Automotive Service Technician — Kia Veterans Apprenticeship

Job overview

The Automotive Service Technician role is onsite in New Hampton, NY, and pays $20 or more per hour. Kia’s Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program supports veterans pursuing Kia service technician certification through a one-year, competency-based apprenticeship.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles and their engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brake, HVAC, and electrical systems.
• Complete repair and warranty orders, test-drive vehicles, use diagnostic tools, and communicate with the shop foreman and service advisor.
• The posting requires honorable discharge, a valid driver’s license, and experience in a technical or mechanical field.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive service technician

new hampton ny

kia vtap

full-time

veterans

apprenticeship

vehicle diagnostics

vehicle repair

kia certification

day shift

$20+/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Dental insurance, health insurance, paid time off, apprenticeship training, and access to tools, equipment, and vehicles.
• Eligible veterans may apply for a GI Bill monthly housing allowance.

Why this role

The program provides tools, equipment, vehicles, and training for a one-year apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification. Eligible veterans may apply for a GI Bill monthly housing allowance.

About the employer

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) is hiring for this role. Industry: New Car Dealers. Sector: 44.