Veteran Automotive Technician Apprentice — GI Bill Path
Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)
Santa Clarita (CA)
On-site
USD 40,000 - 55,000
Full time
14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job
Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) through GI Bill
Hands-on experience with Kia vehicles
Full-time employment
Job summary
Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) in Santa Clarita, CA, seeks Military Veterans interested in becoming Automotive Service Technicians. This full-time position offers a one-year competency-based apprenticeship designed to help Veterans transition into the automotive industry, providing essential hands-on experience and leading to Kia Service Technician certification. Participants receive training and support, and the program is GI Bill approved, offering eligible Veterans a Monthly Housing Allowance during their apprenticeship.
Qualifications
Must have an Honorable Discharge from U.S. Military Service.
Valid driver’s license required with a clean driving record.
Prior experience in a mechanical or technical field preferred.
Responsibilities
Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles across various systems.
Perform vehicle inspections and diagnostics using Kia procedures.
Test drive vehicles and ensure repair quality through diagnostics.
Skills
Troubleshooting skills
Diagnostic skills
Mechanical experience
Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Education
Honorable Discharge from U.S. Military Service
Valid driver’s license
Tools
Diagnostic tools
Hand tools
Job description
Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) in Santa Clarita, CA, seeks Military Veterans interested in becoming Automotive Service Technicians. This full-time position offers a one-year competency-based apprenticeship designed to help Veterans transition into the automotive industry, providing essential hands-on experience and leading to Kia Service Technician certification. Participants receive training and support, and the program is GI Bill approved, offering eligible Veterans a Monthly Housing Allowance during their apprenticeship.