Military Veteran Automotive Technician — Kia VTAP

Job overview

The Military Veteran Automotive Technician — Kia VTAP role is an onsite, full-time position in Saco, ME; compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program supports participating Kia retailers in developing veterans into Kia Certified Service Technicians. The technician diagnoses, maintains, and repairs Kia vehicles, completes repair and warranty orders, and uses Kia diagnostic strategies and equipment. The role contributes to timely repairs and customer experience while participating in a one-year, competency-based apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification.

What you'll do

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicle engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brake, HVAC, and electrical systems
• complete repair and warranty request orders according to Kia and retailer procedures
• test-drive vehicles and analyze, diagnose, and repair components using Kia 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

kia vtap

automotive repair

kia service technician

apprenticeship

veterans

vehicle diagnostics

warranty orders

saco me

full-time employment

gi bill approved

technical or mechanical experience

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Access to tools, equipment, vehicles, and training for the apprenticeship and certification process
• eligible veterans may apply for a GI Bill monthly housing allowance.

Why this role

The one-year, competency-based apprenticeship is GI Bill approved and designed for veterans; eligible veterans may apply for a monthly housing allowance during the apprenticeship.

About the employer

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) is hiring for this role. Industry: General Automotive Repair. Sector: 81.