Veteran Automotive Technician — GI Bill Apprenticeship

Elite Worldwide, Inc.; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GI Bill®-approved apprenticeship

Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA)

Kia Service Technician certification

Dealer network full-time employment

Job summary

Elite Worldwide, Inc. seeks U.S. Military Veterans with an Honorable Discharge and 3+ years of hands-on mechanical experience to join our service team as an Automotive Technician.

Your mechanical experience may come from military service, civilian employment, or a combination of both, and you will work to diagnose and repair a range of vehicles and systems while advancing diagnostic and repair knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Military Veteran with an Honorable Discharge; documentation required.
• Three or more years of hands-on mechanical experience through military service, civilian work, or a combination of both.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals, repair instructions, and schematics.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Clean background and ability to meet pre-employment screening requirements.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Ability to perform essential technician duties, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
• Availability to begin full-time employment promptly.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid services, and vehicle inspections.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic equipment and technical manuals.
• Inspect and service brakes, steering, suspension, engines, and other vehicle systems.
• Follow manufacturer specifications and dealership repair procedures.
• Document completed work and communicate repair recommendations to the service team.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely.
• Participate in technical training to strengthen automotive knowledge and repair skills.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow workplace safety procedures.
• Work with technicians and service leadership to complete repairs efficiently and accurately.

Skills

Hands-on mechanical experience

Military veteran

Reading schematics

Follow manuals

Driver's license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Elite Worldwide, Inc. seeks U.S. Military Veterans with an Honorable Discharge and 3+ years of hands-on mechanical experience to join our service team as an Automotive Technician.

Your mechanical experience may come from military service, civilian employment, or a combination of both, and you will work to diagnose and repair a range of vehicles and systems while advancing diagnostic and repair knowledge.