Automotive Technician Apprentice – Military Veterans

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice – Military Veterans role is a full-time, onsite apprenticeship at King Kia of Laurel in Laurel, MD. Compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program helps military veterans transition into the automotive industry through dealership experience and a one-year competency-based apprenticeship.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles
• 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

full-time

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

kia vtap

apprenticeship

vehicle diagnostics

automotive repair

kia certification

gi bill approved

laurel md

king kia of laurel

mechanical experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment with a participating Kia retailer
• one-year competency-based apprenticeship
• Kia Service Technician certification
• eligible veterans may receive a GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance.

Why this role

The program is GI Bill-approved and leads to Kia Service Technician certification. Eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance through the GI Bill during the apprenticeship. Applicants need an honorable U.S. military discharge, a valid driver’s license with a clean record, and prior mechanical or technical experience.

About the employer

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) is hiring for this role. Industry: New Car Dealers. Sector: 44.