Veteran Service Technician Apprenticeship — GI Bill Eligible

KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP); Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time employment

Veteran-focused program

GI Bill apprenticeship

Tools and equipment access

GI Bill housing allowance

Job summary

Kia VTAP offers a hands-on path for qualified Veterans to begin a career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. This full-time opportunity is administered through Kia America, Inc.

and independent Kia Retailers, with a competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification. Participants gain access to all tools, equipment, vehicles, and training needed to complete the apprenticeship, with potential GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance during the program and

Qualifications

• Honorable Discharge
• Valid Driver's License from any state with a clean driving record
• Experience in a technical / mechanical field is required
• Must be 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 established Kia and Retailer policies and procedures
• Test drive vehicles, and analyze, diagnose, 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

Job description

Kia VTAP offers a hands-on path for qualified Veterans to begin a career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. This full-time opportunity is administered through Kia America, Inc.

and independent Kia Retailers, with a competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification. Participants gain access to all tools, equipment, vehicles, and training needed to complete the apprenticeship, with potential GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance during the program and