Automotive Technician Apprenticeship Program with Kia (Veteran Opportunity)

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a unique opportunity for military Veterans to embark on a rewarding career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. This full-time apprenticeship program is tailored specifically for Veterans, providing the necessary training and tools to succeed in automotive service. Participants will engage in a one-year competency-based program leading to Kia Service Technician certification, while also having the chance to receive a GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance. Join a community of skilled professionals and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in automotive technology.

Benefits

Full-time employment

GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance

Access to tools and equipment

Veteran-led training program

Qualifications

• Must have an honorable discharge and valid driver's license.
• Experience in a technical or mechanical field is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles.
• Complete repair orders and warranty requests.

Skills

Diagnose Kia vehicles

Repair engine and transmission

Maintain electrical components

Customer service communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical/Mechanical Field Experience

Tools

Kia diagnostic strategies

Specialized repair tools

Job description

Automotive Technician Apprenticeship Program with Kia (Veteran Opportunity)

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Kia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military Veterans with the opportunity to begin an inspiring career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. To support this Kia Retailer initiative, Kia America, Inc. has established the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP).

Job Description

• 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
  
  

All potential employment opportunities presented and advertised within this site are with independently owned and operated Kia Retailers. Applicants who seek employment through this site are applying for full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer and not with KUS or ERS. All employment opportunities listed within this site are subject to applicable Federal and State statutes, rules, and regulations governing employment, which apply to each individual Kia Retailer’s specific location.

KUS and ERS make no warranties (expressed or implied) or guarantees of employment to any individual seeking to participate in the Kia Veteran Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP). All employment decisions are at the discretion of the specific Kia Retailer to which an employment application is made, conditional upon meeting eligibility, skill, and experience requirements to participate in VTAP.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge
• Valid Drivers 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
  
  

Benefits

Kia VTAP Apprenticeship Highlights:

• Full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer
• A program designed specifically for Veterans facilitated by Veterans!
• Participation in a one-year competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification
• Access to all tools, equipment, vehicles, and training needed to complete the apprenticeship and certification process
• Eligible Veterans may apply for and receive a substantial GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) during their apprenticeship

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