Automotive Technician Apprentice — Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice role is onsite at Roseville Kia in Roseville, CA. 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 role contributes to dealership service operations while progressing toward Kia Service Technician certification.

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, organized work environment and follow dealership safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

kia veterans technician apprenticeship program

roseville ca

roseville kia

military veterans

gi bill-approved apprenticeship

kia service technician certification

vehicle diagnostics

automotive repair

dealership service

mechanical experience

full-time employment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

One-year competency-based apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification; GI Bill-approved program; 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.