Automotive Technician Apprentice – Military Veterans

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice – Military Veterans role is onsite in Kahului, HI, at Aloha Kia Maui. Compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program is designed to help 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 combines hands-on work with training toward Kia Service Technician certification and supports eligible veterans’ participation through GI Bill-approved apprenticeship benefits.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicle 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 technician apprentice

military veterans

kahului hi

aloha kia maui

kia vehicles

one-year apprenticeship

gi bill-approved

kia service technician certification

mechanical experience

dealership service

veteran transition

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 program is for military veterans with an honorable discharge and prior mechanical or technical experience. It is a one-year, competency-based, GI Bill-approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification; eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance.

About the employer

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) is hiring for this role. Industry: General Automotive Repair. Sector: 81.