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You will work alongside experienced professionals in our shop, learning everything from key duplication and high-security lock assemblies to electronic access control systems and advanced automotive key programming.\nThis is not just a job; it’s a career path.\nWhat You'll Be Doing:\nAssisting senior technicians in the shop with daily lock assemblies, re-keying, and repairs.\nLearning to cut and program various types of keys (residential, commercial, and high-security automotive).\nGreeting walk-in customers, evaluating their needs, and providing excellent service.\nMaintaining shop organization, inventory tracking, and equipment maintenance.\nStudying trade concepts and technical manuals to quickly advance your skillset.\nShift & Schedule:\nMonday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nSaturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nMust be consistently punctual and ready to work at start times.\nWhat We Are Looking For (Requirements):\nDrive & Ambition: A genuine desire to learn a technical trade and build a long-term career.\nMechanical Aptitude: Strong hand-eye coordination and comfort working with small components and hand tools.\nProfessional Image: Clean, professional presentation and excellent communication skills for customer interaction.\nReliability: Trustworthy, punctual, and highly dependable.\nBackground Check: Must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening (required for security industry licensing).\nA valid driver’s license is preferred.\nCompensation & Benefits:\nPay: Competitive hourly rate, to be discussed during the interview based on your current background and mechanical aptitude.\nComprehensive, paid on-the-job training.\nClear path for performance-based raises as you master new skills and certifications\nPay: $31,200.00 - $45,000.00 per hour\nBenefits:\nOn-the-job training\nPaid time off\nTools provided\nWork Location: In person","company":"Freedomlocksmith","rawCompany":"freedomlocksmith","city":"Bradenton","state":"FL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-19T15:52:30.281Z","occupations":[{"code":"49-9094.00","title":"Locksmiths and Safe Repairers","slug":"locksmiths-and-safe-repairers"},{"code":"49-9099.00","title":"Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other","slug":"installation-maintenance-and-repair-workers-all-other"},{"code":"49-9011.00","title":"Mechanical Door Repairers","slug":"mechanical-door-repairers"}],"industries":[{"code":"561622","title":"Locksmiths","slug":"locksmiths"},{"code":"561621","title":"Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths)","slug":"security-systems-services-except-locksmiths"},{"code":"238290","title":"Other Building Equipment Contractors","slug":"other-building-equipment-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Locksmith Apprentice / Trainee (Full-Time)","description":"Are you looking for a hands-on career with a high-demand skill? 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