Automotive Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice works onsite at Grand Forks Kia in Grand Forks, ND. Compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program helps military veterans transition into the automotive industry through dealership experience and a structured apprenticeship. Working alongside experienced technicians and service professionals, the apprentice develops the skills to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles. The one-year competency-based apprenticeship leads to Kia Service Technician certification and supports vehicle repair quality and customer service.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles
• perform inspections, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs 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
• maintain a safe, organized work environment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

kia

apprenticeship

vehicle diagnostics

automotive repair

kia service technician certification

gi bill approved

grand forks nd

grand forks kia

mechanical experience

full-time employment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• One-year competency-based apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification
• eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance through the GI Bill during the apprenticeship.

Why this role

For military veterans with an honorable discharge and mechanical or technical experience. The one-year apprenticeship is GI Bill-approved; eligible veterans may receive a 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.