Military Veteran Automotive Technician - Shottenkirk Kia of West Burlington

Military Veteran Automotive Technician - Shottenkirk Kia of West Burlington

Kia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military Veterans with the opportunity to begin an inspiring career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. To support this Kia Retailer initiative, Kia America, Inc. has established the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP).

Base pay range: $42,000.00/yr - $56,000.00/yr

• Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles including engine, transmission, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical components.
• Complete repair orders and warranty request orders in accordance with Kia and Retailer policies and procedures.
• Test drive vehicles, analyze, diagnose, and repair components and systems using Kia diagnostic strategies, special equipment, and tools.
• Perform services, diagnostics, and repairs in a timely fashion while communicating with the shop foreman and service advisor to promote an optimal customer experience.

• Honorable Discharge.
• Valid Driver’s License from any state with a clean driving record.
• Experience in a technical/mechanical field is required.
• Must be willing to complete and pass drug screening and background checks.

• Full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer.
• A program designed specifically for Veterans facilitated by Veterans.
• Participation in a one-year competency-based GI Bill approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification.
• Access to all tools, equipment, vehicles, and training needed to complete the apprenticeship and certification process.
• Eligible Veterans may apply for and receive a substantial GI Bill Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) during the apprenticeship.

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at KIA Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) by 2x

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