Automotive Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans, Witham Kia

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice — Military Veterans, Witham Kia role is onsite in Waterloo, IA. 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 careers. 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 includes hands-on dealership experience and leads to Kia Service Technician certification.

What you'll do

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

witham kia

waterloo ia

kia vtap

one-year apprenticeship

gi bill-approved

kia service technician certification

vehicle diagnostics

automotive repair

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment with a participating Kia retailer, structured training and tools, a one-year GI Bill-approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification, and potential Monthly Housing Allowance for eligible veterans.

Why this role

For military veterans with an honorable discharge and mechanical or technical experience; the one-year apprenticeship is GI Bill-approved, and eligible veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance.

About the employer

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) is hiring for this role. Industry: Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers. Sector: 44.