Military Veteran Automotive Technician — Kia of Lincolnwood

Job overview

The Military Veteran Automotive Technician position is onsite in Lincolnwood, IL. Compensation is not specified. The role is part of Kia’s Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program, which supports veterans pursuing service technician certification with a participating Kia retailer. The technician diagnoses, maintains, and repairs Kia vehicles, completing work according to Kia and retailer procedures. The apprenticeship offers training and resources toward certification, helping technicians perform timely repairs and support a positive customer experience.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles, including engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical systems
• complete repair and warranty request orders according to established policies
• test-drive vehicles and use diagnostic strategies, equipment, and tools
• perform services and repairs in a timely manner
• communicate with the shop foreman and service advisor.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

military veteran automotive technician

full-time

lincolnwood il

kia of lincolnwood

vtap

veteran apprenticeship

vehicle diagnostics

automotive repair

kia service technician certification

gi bill approved

technical mechanical experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• One-year competency-based GI Bill-approved apprenticeship
• access to tools, equipment, vehicles, and training
• eligible veterans may apply for a GI Bill monthly housing allowance.

Why this role

Veteran-focused, one-year competency-based GI Bill-approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification; tools, equipment, vehicles, and training are provided. Eligible veterans may apply for a GI Bill monthly housing allowance.

About the employer

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) is hiring for this role. Industry: New Car Dealers. Sector: 44.