Automotive Service Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans

Job overview

The Automotive Service Technician Apprentice role is onsite in Saint Augustine, FL, and 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 leading to Kia Service Technician certification. Working alongside experienced technicians and service professionals, the apprentice develops the skills to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles. The work supports dealership service operations through vehicle repairs, documentation, quality checks, and communication with service advisors and shop foremen.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicle systems
• perform inspections, diagnostics, and mechanical 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 and organized work environment.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

saint augustine fl

kia

apprenticeship

gi bill approved

vehicle diagnostics

automotive repair

service technician certification

full-time

dealership service

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Eligible veterans may receive a GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance during the apprenticeship
• the program provides training, tools, and support.

Why this role

GI Bill-approved, one-year competency-based apprenticeship; 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: Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers. Sector: 44.