Automotive Technician Apprentice – Military Veterans, Kia VTAP

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice – Military Veterans, Kia VTAP role is onsite at Ray Skillman Northeast Kia in Warren Park, IN; compensation is not specified. Kia’s Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program helps military veterans transition into the automotive industry through dealership experience and a one-year competency-based apprenticeship. Working alongside experienced technicians and service professionals, the apprentice develops skills to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles. Duties include vehicle inspections and repairs, completing repair orders and warranty documentation, verifying repair quality, communicating with service staff, and maintaining a safe and organized work area.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles
• perform inspections and diagnostics 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
• follow dealership safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

kia vtap

automotive repair

vehicle diagnostics

kia service technician certification

warren park in

ray skillman northeast kia

gi bill approved

one-year apprenticeship

full-time employment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment at a participating Kia retailer
• one-year GI Bill-approved apprenticeship and training leading to Kia Service Technician certification
• eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance.

Why this role

The one-year, GI Bill-approved apprenticeship leads to Kia Service Technician certification. Applicants must have an honorable U.S. military discharge, a valid driver’s license with a clean record, and prior mechanical or technical experience. Eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance through the GI Bill.

About the employer

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