Military Veteran Mechanic - Classic Kia

Kiavets; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment at Kia Retailer

GI Bill‑approved apprenticeship

Certification pathway

Veteran-focused program

Job summary

Kia Retailers invites veterans to start a rewarding career as a Kia Certified Service Technician through the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP).

As a full-time apprentice at a participating Kia Retailer, you will diagnose, repair, and maintain Kia vehicles while gaining hands-on training, access to tools and equipment, and certification opportunities. The program includes GI Bill‑approved benefits and mentorship to develop your technical skills and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge required.
• Valid driver's license from any state with clean record.
• Experience in a technical/mechanical field is required.
• Willingness to complete and pass drug screening and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles including engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical components.
• Complete repair orders and warranty requests per Kia and retailer policies.
• Test drive vehicles and diagnose using Kia diagnostic strategies and tools.
• Communicate with shop foreman and service advisor to ensure an optimal customer experience.

Skills

Honorable Discharge

Valid driver's license

Technical/mechanical experience

Drug screening & background checks

Job description

Kia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military veterans 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 promptly while communicating with the shop foreman and service advisor to ensure 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 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 submitted, and are conditional upon meeting the eligibility, skill, and experience requirements to participate in VTAP.

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge
• Valid driver's 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

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.