Veteran Auto Technician Apprentice — GI Bill Certification Path

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time with Kia retailer

Veterans-focused program

GI Bill apprenticeship

Tools and training access

Housing Allowance (GI Bill MHA)

Job summary

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) offers qualified Veterans a pathway to become Kia Certified Service Technicians through a structured, one-year competency-based apprenticeship with participating Kia Retailers in the United States.

The program provides hands-on diagnostics, repair, and documentation experience across Kia vehicles, supported by manufacturer policies and dealer procedures.

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge required
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Experience in a technical / mechanical field is required
• Willing 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 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

Skills

Technical / mechanical experience

Willing to pass background checks and–

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) offers qualified Veterans a pathway to become Kia Certified Service Technicians through a structured, one-year competency-based apprenticeship with participating Kia Retailers in the United States.

The program provides hands-on diagnostics, repair, and documentation experience across Kia vehicles, supported by manufacturer policies and dealer procedures.