Veteran Diesel Technician Apprentice (IVAP)

Isuzu Veterans Apprenticeship Program (IVAP); Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Isuzu Veterans Apprenticeship Program (IVAP) offers transitioning service members and U.S. Veterans an apprenticeship path with participating Isuzu dealerships to gain hands-on experience in truck maintenance and repair.

Apprentices may work toward certification while receiving recruiting support, technical screening, and dealership guidance through the program. Benefits include potential full‑time placement and access to tools and training.

Qualifications

• Transitioning service member or U.S. military veteran status.
• 3–5 years of military or civilian technician work experience.
• Honorable military discharge or Commander’s Statement of Service.
• Hands‑on experience with diesel, automotive, heavy equipment, aircraft, generator, fleet maintenance, or related mechanical systems.
• Ability to provide work references.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to complete the IVAP technical assessment.
• Ability to pass applicable dealership background, driving record, or drug screening requirements.

Responsibilities

• As an Isuzu Service Technician Apprentice, assist with inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of Isuzu commercial vehicles.
• Work alongside dealership service teams, participate in on‑the‑job learning and apprenticeship requirements.
• Support service operations and progress through the IVAP certificating path.

Skills

Wheeled vehicle maintenance

Diesel mechanics

Heavy equipment maintenance

Automotive repair

Aircraft maintenance

Generator maintenance

Fleet maintenance

Military maintenance supervision

Diesel engine maintenance

Diagnostics tools

Hand tools

Shop equipment

Electrical systems

Braking systems

HVAC systems

Driveline systems

ASE certifications

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Shop equipment

Job description

Isuzu Veterans Apprenticeship Program (IVAP) offers transitioning service members and U.S. Veterans an apprenticeship path with participating Isuzu dealerships to gain hands-on experience in truck maintenance and repair.

Apprentices may work toward certification while receiving recruiting support, technical screening, and dealership guidance through the program. Benefits include potential full‑time placement and access to tools and training.