Veteran Service Technician Apprentice – VTAP, GI Bill Ready

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Kentucky; On-site; PHP 3,262,000 - 4,391,000; Full time

Job summary

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) offers a pathway to becoming a Kia Certified Service Technician through a one-year competency-based apprenticeship supported by a GI Bill. Veterans join participating Kia Retailers for full-time roles, gain hands-on training, and work toward certification with Kia-provided tools and equipment.

Participants may access a structured program designed to develop technical skills, diagnostic capabilities, and customer-service excellence within a

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge
• Valid Driver's License from any state with a clean driving record
• Experience in a technical / mechanical field is required
• Must be willing to complete and pass drug screening and background checks

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles including engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical components
• Complete repair orders and warranty request orders in accordance with established Kia and Retailer policies and procedures
• Test drive vehicles, and analyze, diagnose, and repair components and systems using Kia diagnostic strategies, special equipment, and tools
• Perform services, diagnostics, and repairs in a timely fashion while communicating with the shop foreman and service advisor to promote an optimal customer experience

Skills

Mechanical experience

Diagnostic skills

Licensing & compliance

Job description

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) offers a pathway to becoming a Kia Certified Service Technician through a one-year competency-based apprenticeship supported by a GI Bill. Veterans join participating Kia Retailers for full-time roles, gain hands-on training, and work toward certification with Kia-provided tools and equipment.

Participants may access a structured program designed to develop technical skills, diagnostic capabilities, and customer-service excellence within a