Military Veteran Automotive Technician, Putnam Kia

Job overview

Military Veteran Automotive Technician, Putnam Kia is an onsite, full-time role in Putnam, CT. Compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program supports eligible veterans pursuing Kia service technician certification through a participating retailer. The technician diagnoses, maintains, and repairs Kia vehicles while completing repair and warranty documentation. The role supports customer service and vehicle reliability through timely diagnostics and repairs, with a one-year competency-based apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicle systems including engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical components
• complete repair and warranty orders
• test-drive vehicles and use Kia diagnostic strategies, equipment, and tools
• perform services and repairs promptly
• communicate with the shop foreman and service advisor.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician

military veteran

kia

putnam ct

vehicle diagnostics

vehicle repair

apprenticeship

kia service technician certification

gi bill approved

full-time employment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• One-year competency-based, GI Bill-approved apprenticeship
• access to tools, equipment, vehicles, and training
• eligible veterans may apply for a GI Bill monthly housing allowance.

About the employer

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