Veteran Auto Technician Apprentice - Service Pro (GI Bill)

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Town of Hampton (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

GI Bill Housing Allowance

Job summary

Kia VTAP is recruiting United States military veterans for a career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. Kia retailers provide on-the-job training, using Kia diagnostic strategies and tools to diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicles, with supervision from shop leadership.

The one-year competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leads to Kia Service Technician certification. The program includes full-time employment, access to equipment and training, and a path to professional

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge.
• Valid Driver's License from any state.
• Experience in a technical / 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 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

Honorable Discharge

Valid Driver's License

Technical/mechanical experience

Drug screening & background checks

Job description

Kia VTAP is recruiting United States military veterans for a career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. Kia retailers provide on-the-job training, using Kia diagnostic strategies and tools to diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicles, with supervision from shop leadership.

The one-year competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leads to Kia Service Technician certification. The program includes full-time employment, access to equipment and training, and a path to professional