Car Stereo Installer

At Crutchfield, our innovative company culture is centered around helping our employees succeed while delivering best-in-class service to our customers. We’re looking for a Car Installer to join our Charlottesville Retail Store. If you haven’t heard of us, we’re a unique blend of things: an acclaimed, national online retailer, a family-owned business that’s Virginia-based, and a community-oriented group of consumer electronics enthusiasts. In short, we sell fun stuff and love doing it! For the 4th year in a row, we’ve been named as one of the Best Places to Work by Virginia Business Magazine and Best Companies Group.

Read on if you’re a natural at helping people and value a healthy, supportive work environment…

Who you are: 

Friendly. Curious. Passionate about electronics. Great with tools. Ready to go the extra mile.

 As a Crutchfield Car Installer you will:

• Preform installation of a variety of 12-volt accessories, including A/V source units, factory replacement speakers, amplification, integration devices, Safety and collision avoidance systems, and remote-start/security systems.
• Restock and maintain inventory
• Learn our installation shop standards and protocols, as well as maintain shop cleanliness
• Use a variety of diagnostic tools, such as digital multimeters and load testers
• Engage our customers with a friendly, helpful rapport
• Develop an understanding of our company’s Basic Beliefs and Noble Purpose

Training:

Don’t worry if you don’t have installation experience, we offer paid apprenticeships with hands-on training alongside experienced Car Installers. Most apprentices complete the program in 3–6 months and transition into full Installer roles.

 Qualifications:  

• Valid VA driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Good hand dexterity and fine motor skills
• Ready to work in confined areas, such as vehicle trunks and under dashes
• Ability to lift 50lbs, crouch and bend repeatedly, and sit or stand for long periods of time
• Eagerness to learn
• Ability and willingness to learn more about consumer electronics
• Highly self-motivated
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively 
• MCEP Certification is a plus

Salary and Benefits: 

Apprenticeships start at $16.50/hour, while more experienced installers typically earn $50,000 per year. Once the apprenticeship is completed, our installers participate in a monthly bonus program, offering the opportunity to increase earnings based on performance.

All full-time employees are also offered: short-term disability insurance and long-term disability insurance options, employer-paid life insurance and voluntary life insurance options, including those for spouse and children. FSA and HSA options are also available. Ask us about these benefits in your interview - we're glad to provide details! 

For any questions or inquiries about this position, please contact our recruiting team at (434) 218-6046.

Crutchfield is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnic origin, religion/belief, disability, veteran status or age. 

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