Automotive Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice role is onsite at Napleton Kia of Carmel in Carmel, IN. Compensation is not specified. The position is part of Kia America’s Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program, designed to help military veterans transition into automotive service work. The apprentice works alongside experienced technicians and service professionals while developing skills to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles. The one-year competency-based apprenticeship leads to Kia Service Technician certification and supports the dealership’s vehicle service operations.

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, organized work environment and follow dealership safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

kia vtap

napleton kia of carmel

carmel in

onsite

full-time employment

one-year apprenticeship

kia service technician certification

gi bill-approved

vehicle diagnostics

mechanical repair

veteran transition

dealership service

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

For veterans with honorable discharge and mechanical or technical experience. The program is GI Bill-approved; 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: New Car Dealers. Sector: 44.