Veteran Service Technician Apprentice

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Covington (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment with Kia Retailer

GI Bill benefits (MHA or similar)

Job summary

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) offers qualified veterans a pathway to become Kia Certified Service Technicians through a structured, full-time apprenticeship with participating Kia Retailers. The program emphasizes hands-on training, mentorship, and career development within a veteran-friendly environment.

Participants receive access to tools, equipment, and training required to complete the certification process, with potential support for GI Bill benefits.

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge is required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Experience in a technical or mechanical field is required.
• Willingness to complete and pass drug screening and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles using standard Kia procedures.
• Complete repair orders and warranty requests per policies.
• Test drive vehicles and diagnose components with Kia diagnostic tools and Equipment.
• Communicate with shop foreman and service advisor to ensure a quality customer experience.

Skills

Honorable Discharge

Valid driver's license

Technical/mechanical field experience

Drug screening/background checks

Job description

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) offers qualified veterans a pathway to become Kia Certified Service Technicians through a structured, full-time apprenticeship with participating Kia Retailers. The program emphasizes hands-on training, mentorship, and career development within a veteran-friendly environment.

Participants receive access to tools, equipment, and training required to complete the certification process, with potential support for GI Bill benefits.