Automotive Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans role is onsite in Spartanburg, SC. Compensation is not specified. The position is part of Kia America’s one-year, competency-based Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program at Benson Kia, designed to help military veterans transition into automotive service work. The apprentice works alongside experienced technicians and service professionals to develop the skills to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles, with the program leading to Kia Service Technician certification. Eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance through the GI Bill during the apprenticeship.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicle systems
• perform inspections and mechanical repairs using Kia procedures and equipment
• complete repair orders and warranty documentation
• test-drive vehicles and verify repair quality
• communicate with service advisors and shop foremen
• maintain a safe and organized work environment and follow dealership safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

spartanburg sc

benson kia

kia vtap

one-year apprenticeship

gi bill approved

kia certification

vehicle diagnostics

automotive repair

mechanical experience

monthly housing allowance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment with a participating Kia retailer, a one-year GI Bill-approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification, and a Monthly Housing Allowance for eligible veterans.

Why this role

The one-year apprenticeship is GI Bill-approved and leads to Kia Service Technician certification. Eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance during the apprenticeship.

About the employer

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) is hiring for this role. Industry: General Automotive Repair. Sector: 81.