Veteran Automotive Technician Apprentice

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Bristol (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment with Kia Retailer

GI Bill approved apprenticeship

GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance

Job summary

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) in Bristol, CT invites qualified veterans to become Kia Certified Service Technicians. Apprentices diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles, including engines, transmissions, steering, brakes, HVAC and electrical systems, following Kia and retailer policies.

This is a one-year competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification.

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge is required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean record.
• 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 requests in accordance with Kia and Retailer policies and procedures.
• Test drive vehicles, diagnose and repair components using Kia diagnostic strategies and tools.
• Perform services 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 field experience

Education

Honorable Discharge

Driver's License

Technical field experience

Job description

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) in Bristol, CT invites qualified veterans to become Kia Certified Service Technicians. Apprentices diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles, including engines, transmissions, steering, brakes, HVAC and electrical systems, following Kia and retailer policies.

This is a one-year competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification.