Automotive Technician Apprentice | Military Veterans | Kia VTAP

Job overview

The Automotive Technician Apprentice role is onsite in Lebanon, PA, with full-time employment at a participating Kia dealership. Compensation is not specified. The Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program helps military veterans transition into the automotive industry through a one-year, competency-based apprenticeship. The apprentice develops the technical knowledge and practical skills to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles while working alongside experienced technicians and service professionals. The program leads to Kia Service Technician certification and is GI Bill-approved for eligible veterans.

What you'll do

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

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

automotive technician apprentice

military veterans

lebanon pa

kia

apprenticeship

vehicle diagnostics

vehicle repair

kia certification

gi bill approved

full-time employment

dealership service

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time employment at a participating Kia retailer
• one-year apprenticeship
• training, tools, and support
• eligible veterans may receive a GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance.

Why this role

One-year competency-based apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification; GI Bill-approved, with possible Monthly Housing Allowance for eligible veterans.

About the employer

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