Veteran Auto Technician Apprentice (GI Bill VTAP)

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Keyport (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment with Kia Retailer

GI Bill approved apprenticeship

Tools and training access

GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance

Job summary

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) seeks motivated veterans for a full-time technician apprenticeship with Kia Retailers. The program provides hands-on training to diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles, leveraging factory procedures and tools.

Successful candidates will complete a one-year competency-based apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification. Participants gain access to comprehensive training resources, equipment, and support, with potential

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge is required.
• Valid driver's license from any state with a clean driving record.
• Experience in a technical or mechanical field is required.
• Must be 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 requests per Kia and Retailer policies.
• Test drive vehicles and diagnose/repair components using Kia diagnostic strategies and tools.
• Perform services and repairs promptly while communicating with the shop foreman and service advisor for a quality customer experience.

Skills

Honorable Discharge

Driver's License with clean record

Technical / mechanical fieldexperience

Drug screening & background checks

Job description

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) seeks motivated veterans for a full-time technician apprenticeship with Kia Retailers. The program provides hands-on training to diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles, leveraging factory procedures and tools.

Successful candidates will complete a one-year competency-based apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification. Participants gain access to comprehensive training resources, equipment, and support, with potential