Military Veteran Mechanic, Kia of Laurel

Job overview

The Military Veteran Mechanic, Kia of Laurel role is onsite in Laurel, MS, and compensation is not specified. The position is full-time employment with a participating Kia retailer through the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program. The mechanic diagnoses, maintains, and repairs Kia vehicles while completing repair documentation and communicating with service staff. The one-year competency-based apprenticeship provides training toward Kia Service Technician certification and supports veterans beginning a technician career.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicle systems
• complete repair and warranty request orders according to policies
• test-drive vehicles and use diagnostic strategies, equipment, and tools
• perform services and repairs promptly
• communicate with the shop foreman and service advisor.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

military veteran mechanic

kia of laurel

laurel ms

kia vtap

full-time

automotive repair

veterans

apprenticeship

kia certification

vehicle diagnostics

honorable discharge

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Tools, equipment, vehicles, and training for the apprenticeship
• eligible veterans may apply for a GI Bill monthly housing allowance.

Why this role

For veterans; requires honorable discharge, a valid driver's license with a clean record, and technical or mechanical field experience. The program includes a one-year GI Bill-approved apprenticeship.

About the employer

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) is hiring for this role. Industry: Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers. Sector: 44.