Automotive Key Technician

Automotive Key Technician - Kailua-Kona, HI

Do you consider yourself a car enthusiast? How does the idea of driving around to dealerships, auto auctions, etc. and making keys for the sweetest new rides out there sound to you? Come work for Car Keys Express! Car Keys Express, otherwise known as CKE, offers our Technicians a competitive wage while working a Monday through Friday business‑hours schedule. We also provide a company vehicle, laptop, phone, and benefits that include medical, dental, company‑paid life insurance, 401(k), and PTO, with no out‑of‑pocket expenses (other than your pants and shoes!).

CKE is the world’s first online retailer of automotive keys and remotes, and the largest single‑vendor solution for replacement keys and automotive reconditioning. We invented the world’s first and only Universal Car Remote.

The Mobile Technician will support, grow, and maintain business relationships with dealerships and fleet operations in your metro area. This role includes developing and maintaining a weekly sales route to maximize profits, managing inventory, maintaining a company vehicle, conducting audits, and keeping accurate logs of sales stops. Candidates with 2‑5 years of automotive, cable installation, route sales or related experience are ideal.

• Go‑getter attitude!
• Sales and customer service experience (commission‑based sales experience preferred)
• Ability to work remotely without constant supervision
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 21 years of age with a valid driver’s license
• Familiar with computers, email, and internet navigation
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• Safe place to park company van
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, bend, stoop, squat, and stand
• Ability to enter and exit elevated van doors 30‑40 times daily
• Lift car hoods, disconnect batteries, enter/exit other vehicles
• Work in all weather conditions

• Match 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• Paid personal time off
• Laptop, company phone, gas card, company van

• Salary, commission, and bonus structure
• Year 1 average – $62,440 per year
• Average after the first year – $81,320 per year

We’re looking for people who are eager to apply and challenge themselves. Ideal candidates are assertive, aggressive self‑starters who “own” projects, are passionate advocates, and work well without supervision. Advancing is possible, and you may be asked to wear more than one hat. For those who want to gain extensive experience and develop their skill set, this is a rare opportunity!