Automotive Service Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans, Kia VTAP

Job overview

The Automotive Service Technician Apprentice role is a full-time, onsite apprenticeship at Scott Kia of Limerick in Royersford, PA. Compensation is not specified. Kia’s Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program helps military veterans transition into the automotive industry 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. The program leads to Kia Service Technician certification and supports the transition into a technician career.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles, including engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical 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
• maintain a safe and organized work environment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive service technician apprentice

military veterans

kia vtap

royersford pa

scott kia of limerick

full-time

onsite

one-year apprenticeship

gi bill-approved

kia certification

vehicle diagnostics

vehicle repair

mechanical experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

The one-year competency-based 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.