Automotive Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice role is onsite in Waipahu, HI. Compensation is not specified. The position is full-time at Aloha Kia Leeward through Kia’s Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program, a one-year competency-based apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification. The apprenticeship helps military veterans transition into automotive service work through hands-on dealership experience, training, tools, and support. The apprentice develops the skills to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles while working alongside experienced technicians and service professionals.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles and their engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brake, HVAC, and electrical systems
• perform inspections and repairs using Kia diagnostic procedures and equipment
• complete repair orders and warranty documentation
• test-drive vehicles and verify repair quality
• communicate with service advisors and shop foremen
• maintain a safe, organized work environment and follow dealership safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

waipahu hi

aloha kia leeward

kia vtap

full-time

one-year apprenticeship

kia service technician certification

gi bill approved

vehicle diagnostics

vehicle repair

mechanical experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment
• structured one-year apprenticeship, training, tools, and support
• eligible veterans may receive a GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance.

Why this role

One-year competency-based, GI Bill-approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification; 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: All Other Automotive Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.