Veteran Service Technician Apprentice (GI Bill Eligible)

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Veteran-focused program

GI Bill apprenticeship

Tools and training

Monthly Housing Allowance

Job summary

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) offers a pathway for qualified military Veterans to begin a rewarding career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. The program provides hands-on training, access to Kia diagnostic strategies, equipment, and tools, enabling comprehensive skills development.

Participants join full-time with a structured, competency-based apprenticeship designed to lead to Kia Service Technician certification, supported by veterans-focused programming and

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge is required.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Experience in a technical or mechanical field is required.
• 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 request orders in accordance with Kia policies.
• Test drive vehicles and diagnose 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 ensure a great customer experience.

Skills

Honorable Discharge

Driver's License

Technical/Mechanical Experience

Drug Screening & Background Checks

Job description

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) offers a pathway for qualified military Veterans to begin a rewarding career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. The program provides hands-on training, access to Kia diagnostic strategies, equipment, and tools, enabling comprehensive skills development.

Participants join full-time with a structured, competency-based apprenticeship designed to lead to Kia Service Technician certification, supported by veterans-focused programming and