Assistant Manager Trainee

EOE Statement Thillens is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Thillens does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non‑merit factor.

We are one of the largest independently owned armored transportation and cash‑logistics companies in the Midwest, operating multiple branches across Illinois and Wisconsin — and we’re growing fast.

The Assistant Manager Trainee role is a paid leadership‑track position designed to develop future Assistant Branch Managers and Branch Managers in a secure, regulated environment.

You will begin with hands‑on operational experience and progress into structured leadership training.

Training is based in the Chicago area (company headquarters) and provides full exposure to route operations and branch leadership.

• Phase 1 – Route & Operations (˜60 days):
  • Route operations, safety, procedures, and customer service
• Phase 2 – Office & Leadership (90–120 days):
  • Training with a Senior Branch Manager
  • Scheduling, employee supervision, compliance, and performance management

After training, you will be placed in a home branch based on business needs and performance.

• Assistant Manager Trainee: $22.00 – $26.00 per hour + bonus
• Assistant Branch Manager: $50,000 – $60,000 + bonus
• Branch Manager: $60,000 – $85,000 + bonus

(Pay is based on experience and performance; bonuses are discretionary.)

• Medical PPO & HSA plans
• AFLAC supplemental benefits
• Paid vacation
• Employee referral bonuses
• Annual firearm training
• $1,000 sign‑on bonus (paid after one year of service)
• Strong, team‑oriented culture
• Promotion from within strongly encouraged

• Support armored route operations
• Learn branch scheduling, staffing, and compliance
• Assist with training and mentoring employees
• Support safety, security, and performance standards
• Reliable, professional, and detail‑oriented
• Comfortable working in a regulated, fast‑paced environment

• At least 21 years of age
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to pass background checks and DOT requirements
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more
• High school/GED completed

• Illinois:
  Ability to obtain and maintain a valid FOID card
• Wisconsin:
  Ability to obtain 108 Security Permit (DSPS)

Security or firearm experience is helpful, but not required — training is provided.

• Clear leadership career path
• Structured training and mentorship
• Stable, growing company
• Opportunity to manage and lead a branch

If you’re looking for a long‑term leadership opportunity with a growing regional company, apply today.