Military Veteran Automotive Technician - JT's Kia at Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionKia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military Veterans with the opportunity to begin an inspiring career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. To support this Kia Retailer initiative, Kia America, Inc. has established the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP).Job DescriptionDiagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles including engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical componentsComplete repair orders and warranty request orders in accordance with established Kia and Retailer policies and proceduresTest drive vehicles, and analyze, diagnose, and repair components and systems using Kia diagnostic strategies, special equipment, and toolsPerform services, diagnostics, and repairs in a timely fashion while communicating with the shop foreman and service advisor to promote an optimal customer experienceAll potential employment opportunities presented and advertised within this site are with independently owned and operated Kia Retailers. Applicants who seek employment through this site are applying for full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer and not with KUS or ERS. All employment opportunities listed within this site are subject to applicable Federal and State statutes, rules, and regulations governing employment, which apply to each individual Kia Retailer’s specific location.KUS and ERS make no warranties (expressed or implied) or guarantees of employment to any individual seeking to participate in the Kia Veteran Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP). All employment decisions are at the discretion of the specific Kia Retailer to which an employment application is made, conditional upon meeting eligibility, skill, and experience requirements to participate in VTAP.RequirementsQualificationsHonorable DischargeValid Drivers License from any state with a clean driving recordExperience in a technical / mechanical field is requiredMust be willing to complete and pass drug screening and background checksBenefitsKia VTAP Apprenticeship Highlights:Full-time employment with a participating Kia RetailerA program designed specifically for Veterans facilitated by Veterans!Participation in a one-year competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certificationAccess to all tools, equipment, vehicles, and training needed to complete the apprenticeship and certification processEligible Veterans may apply for and receive a substantial GI Bill© Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) during their apprenticeship