Automotive Technician Apprentice — Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice role is onsite in Mount Hope, WV, at Friendship Kia of Beckley. Compensation is not specified. The Kia 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 work contributes to dealership service operations and leads 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, diagnostics, and 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, organized work environment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

mount hope wv

friendship kia of beckley

military veterans

kia vtap

one-year apprenticeship

gi bill approved

kia service technician certification

vehicle diagnostics

vehicle repair

dealership service

full-time employment

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment at 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, GI Bill-approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification; eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance through the GI Bill.

About the employer

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