Automotive Apprenticeship for Military Veterans

Job overview

The Automotive Apprenticeship for Military Veterans role is onsite in Bluffton, SC, with full-time employment at a participating Kia retailer. Compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program helps military veterans transition into automotive service careers through a one-year, competency-based apprenticeship. The apprentice works alongside experienced technicians to develop the skills to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles, complete repair and warranty documentation, and verify repair quality while working toward Kia Service Technician certification.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicle systems
• perform inspections 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 apprenticeship

military veterans

bluffton sc

kia vtap

full-time

automotive service technician

kia vehicles

one-year apprenticeship

gi bill approved

veteran eligibility

technician certification

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment with a participating Kia retailer
• one-year apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification
• eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance through the GI Bill.

Why this role

One-year competency-based apprenticeship; GI Bill-approved program; 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.