Automotive Technician / Willowbrook KIA

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Illinois; On-site; USD 25,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program offers a fantastic opportunity for military veterans to begin a rewarding career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. Participants will gain hands-on experience in diagnosing and repairing vehicles while receiving full-time employment with a participating Kia retailer, access to tools, and a potential GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance.

Benefits

Full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer

GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance for eligible veterans

Access to tools and training

Qualifications

• Honorable discharge required.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.
• Experience in a technical/mechanical field is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles.
• Complete repair orders and warranty request orders.
• Test drive vehicles and analyze systems.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication

Technical knowledge

Job description

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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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  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Civil Engineering

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