Automotive Technician Apprentice — Kia Veterans Program

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice — Kia Veterans Program role is an onsite, full-time position in Madison, WI. Compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program helps military veterans transition into automotive work through dealership experience and a one-year competency-based apprenticeship. Working alongside experienced technicians and service professionals, the apprentice develops the skills to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles. Successful completion of the program leads 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 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 environment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

kia veterans technician apprenticeship program

madison wi

military veterans

one-year apprenticeship

gi bill approved

kia certification

vehicle diagnostics

vehicle repair

dealership experience

monthly housing allowance eligibility

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment with a participating Kia retailer
• one-year GI Bill-approved apprenticeship
• eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance.

Why this role

Designed for military veterans with an honorable discharge and prior mechanical or technical experience. The one-year apprenticeship is GI Bill-approved and leads to Kia Service Technician certification.

About the employer

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