Veteran Service Technician Apprentice — VTAP

Kiavets; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GI Bill Housing Allowance

Training opportunities

Job summary

Kia America, Inc. is offering a Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) designed to recruit skilled veterans as Kia Certified Service Technicians within participating Kia Retailers.

This full-time opportunity provides hands-on training and mentorship, leading to service technician certification. The VTAP emphasizes diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining Kia vehicles, handling work orders, and using Kia diagnostic tools to ensure a high-quality customer experience while advancing toward

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical/ mechanical field is required.
• Must be willing to complete and pass drug screening and background checks.
• Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Honorable Discharge required.

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 established Kia and Retailer policies and procedures.
• Test drive vehicles, diagnose, analyze, and repair components and systems using Kia diagnostic strategies, special equipment, and tools.
• Perform services, diagnostics, and repairs in a timely fashion while communicating with the shop foreman and service advisor to promote an optimal customer experience.

Skills

Technical/Mechanical experience

Valid Driver's License

Drug screening clearance

Education

Honorable Discharge

Job description

Kia America, Inc. is offering a Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) designed to recruit skilled veterans as Kia Certified Service Technicians within participating Kia Retailers.

This full-time opportunity provides hands-on training and mentorship, leading to service technician certification. The VTAP emphasizes diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining Kia vehicles, handling work orders, and using Kia diagnostic tools to ensure a high-quality customer experience while advancing toward