Automotive Technician - Veterans with 3+ Years of Mechanical Experience

Ers Elite; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

GI Bill apprenticeship

Housing allowance

Job summary

Ers Elite seeks U.S. Military Veterans with an Honorable Discharge and 3+ years of hands-on mechanical experience for a full-time Automotive Technician role. Your service or civilian work may provide experience with vehicles, heavy equipment, or generators.

This is a long-term career path to develop diagnostic and repair knowledge. Responsibilities include maintenance, diagnostics, and communicating repair recommendations to the team.

Qualifications

• Must have strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Willingness to learn and read technical manuals.
• Ability to follow repair instructions and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance: oil changes, tire rotations, fluids, inspections.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic equipment and manuals.
• Inspect brakes, steering, suspension, engines and other systems.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Willingness to learn

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

Requirements

• 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 requirementsAbility 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

Benefits

• 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