Military Veteran Automotive Technician - Liberty Kia

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Ramsey (MN); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Access to tools and training

Eligible for GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance

Veteran-led program

Kia Technician certification path

Resumo da vaga

A Veteran-focused training program is offering an opportunity to join as a Kia Certified Service Technician. The role involves diagnosing and repairing vehicles while receiving hands-on training through a GI Bill approved apprenticeship. Applicants must have a clean driving record and be willing to pass background checks. This full-time position offers all necessary tools and access to a supportive environment for skilled Veterans looking to start their automotive careers.

Qualificações

• Experience in a technical/mechanical field is required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license from any state.
• Must be willing to complete and pass drug screening and background checks.
• Must be willing to complete drug screening and background checks.

Responsabilidades

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles including various components.
• Complete repair orders and warranty requests in accordance with policies.
• Test drive vehicles and analyze, diagnose, and repair using Kia strategies.
• Perform services and repairs in a timely fashion while communicating with the shop foreman and service advisor.

Conhecimentos

Technical/Mechanical Experience

Clean Driving Record

Ability to Pass Drug Screening

Drug/background check

Ferramentas

Diagnostics tools

Descrição da vaga

Overview

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).

Responsibilities

• 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

Employment Relationship

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

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