Automotive Technician - Veterans with 3+ Years of Mechanical Experience

ELITE; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment with dealers

Veteran-focused apprenticeship program

GI Bill®-approved one-year program for

Job summary

Elite seeks U.S. military veterans with an honorable discharge to join the service team as an Automotive Technician. This role emphasizes hands-on mechanical experience from military or civilian work and offers a long-term automotive career with ongoing training.

You will diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles using diagnostic tools, manuals, and manufacturer procedures, while advancing toward Kia Service Technician certification through a GI Bill®-approved apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Military Veteran with an Honorable Discharge.
• At least 3 years of hands-on mechanical experience (military or civilian).
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals, repair instructions, and schematics.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test.
• Willingness to start full-time promptly.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance: oil changes, tire rotations, fluids, and inspections.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic equipment and manuals.
• Inspect and service brakes, steering, suspension, engines, and other systems.
• Follow manufacturer specifications and dealership repair procedures.
• Document completed work and communicate repair recommendations to the service team.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely.
• Participate in technical training to strengthen automotive knowledge and skills.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and adhere to safety procedures.
• Collaborate with technicians and service leadership to complete repairs efficiently.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting skills

Read and follow manuals/schematics

Hand tools & power tools

Valid driver's license

Clean background

Pre-employment drug test

Willingness to learn

Full-time availability

Education

ASE certifications

Manufacturer certifications

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

We are seeking U.S. Military Veterans with an Honorable Discharge and at least 3+ years of hands-on mechanical experience to join our service team as an Automotive Technician.

Your mechanical experience may come from military service, civilian employment, or a combination of both. Experience maintaining or repairing vehicles, aircraft, heavy equipment, generators, or other mechanical systems is welcome.

This opportunity allows you to apply your technical skills, discipline, and problem-solving abilities to a long-term automotive career while continuing to develop your diagnostic and repair knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid services, and vehicle inspections.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic equipment and technical manuals.
• Inspect and service brakes, steering, suspension, engines, and other vehicle systems.
• Follow manufacturer specifications and dealership repair procedures.
• Document completed work and communicate repair recommendations to the service team.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely.
• Participate in technical training to strengthen automotive knowledge and repair skills.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow workplace safety procedures.
• Work with technicians and service leadership to complete repairs efficiently and accurately.

• Must be a U.S. Military Veteran with an Honorable Discharge; documentation required.
• Must have three or more years of hands-on mechanical experience through military service, civilian work, or a combination of both.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals, repair instructions, and schematics.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Clean background and ability to meet pre-employment screening requirements.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Ability to perform essential technician duties, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
• Availability to begin full-time employment promptly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Military experience maintaining vehicles, aircraft, heavy equipment, generators, or other mechanical systems.
• Civilian automotive repair or fleet maintenance experience.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
• Automotive technical training, ASE certifications, or manufacturer certifications.

• Full-time employment with a participating Dealers
• A program designed specifically for Military Veterans, facilitated by Veterans
• Participation in a one-year, competency-based GI Bill®-approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification
• Eligible Veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) through the GI Bill® during the apprenticeship