Automotive Technician / Crain Kia of Bentonville

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An inspiring opportunity awaits skilled military Veterans to embark on a fulfilling career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. This unique program offers full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer, where Veterans can leverage their skills in a supportive environment tailored specifically for them. Participants will engage in a one-year competency-based apprenticeship, gaining hands-on experience and access to all necessary tools and training. This initiative not only leads to Kia Service Technician certification but also provides eligible Veterans with a substantial GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance, ensuring a smooth transition into a rewarding automotive career.

Benefits

Access to tools and equipment

GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance

Veteran-led program

Certification training

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical/mechanical field is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean record.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles effectively.
• Complete repair orders in accordance with established policies.

Skills

Diagnosing vehicle issues

Repairing mechanical components

Customer service communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training in automotive repair

Tools

Kia diagnostic equipment

Automotive repair tools

Job description

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.

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

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