Automotive Technician / Serra Kia

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program to start your career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. This full-time role offers veterans the chance to learn and grow in a supportive environment, with comprehensive training and certification opportunities.

Benefits

Full-time employment

GI Bill approved apprenticeship

Access to tools and training

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical/mechanical field.
• Willingness to complete drug screening and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles.
• Complete repair orders and warranty requests.
• Test drive vehicles and analyze components.

Skills

Technical Experience

Mechanical Skills

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

Job Description

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

All potential employment opportunities advertised on this site are with independently owned and operated Kia Retailers. Applicants are applying for full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer, not with KUS or ERS. Employment opportunities are subject to applicable laws and regulations.

KUS and ERS do not guarantee employment to applicants for the Kia Veteran Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP). Employment decisions are at the discretion of each Kia Retailer and depend on meeting eligibility, skill, and experience requirements.

Requirements

• Honorable Discharge
• Valid Driver's License from any state with a clean driving record
• Experience in a technical/mechanical field
• Willingness 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
• One-year competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification
• Access to tools, equipment, vehicles, and training needed for certification
• Eligible Veterans may apply for and receive a GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) during apprenticeship