Automotive Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans, Tri Star Kia

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice role is onsite at Tri Star Kia in Blairsville, PA, with full-time employment at a participating dealership. Compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program helps military veterans transition into automotive service work through a one-year, competency-based apprenticeship. The apprentice works alongside experienced technicians to develop diagnostic, maintenance, and repair skills for Kia vehicles. The program combines hands-on dealership experience with training toward Kia Service Technician certification and is GI Bill-approved for eligible veterans.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles, including engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical systems
• 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
• and maintain a safe, organized work area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

tri star kia

blairsville pa

full-time

one-year apprenticeship

gi bill approved

kia service technician certification

vehicle diagnostics

vehicle repair

mechanical experience

honorable discharge

dealership training

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Requires honorable discharge from U.S. military service, a valid driver’s license, and prior mechanical or technical experience. Eligible veterans may receive a GI Bill 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.