Automotive Technician Apprentice, Military Veterans

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice role is onsite in Williston, VT, and compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program helps military veterans transition into the automotive industry through dealership experience and a competency-based apprenticeship. The apprentice works alongside experienced technicians and service professionals to develop skills in diagnosing, servicing, and repairing Kia vehicles. The one-year program leads to Kia Service Technician certification and includes hands-on dealership work and training.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicle systems
• 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 and organized work environment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

kia vtap

williston vt

apprenticeship

gi bill approved

one-year program

vehicle diagnostics

automotive repair

kia certification

dealership service

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment with a participating Kia retailer
• training, tools, and support
• eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance through the GI Bill during the apprenticeship.

Why this role

One-year competency-based, GI Bill-approved apprenticeship for eligible military veterans, leading to Kia Service Technician certification.

About the employer

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