Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)
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Automotive Technician Apprenticeship for Military Veterans - Island Kia

Onsite · New York, New York
Posted August 12, 2026
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Overview

Join Island Kia as a Military Veteran to start your career as an Automotive Service Technician through the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP). This full-time, one-year apprenticeship offers hands-on experience and leads to Kia Service Technician certification. Participants receive training tools support and monthly housing allowance while working at a participating Kia dealership.

What You'll Do11

  • 1Diagnose and repair Kia vehicles including engines transmissions steering suspension brakes HVAC and electrical systems
  • 2Perform vehicle inspections diagnostics and mechanical repairs using Kia diagnostic procedures
  • 3Complete repair orders and warranty documentation according to Kia and dealership policies
  • 4Test drive vehicles and verify repair quality using appropriate diagnostic tools
  • 5Communicate effectively with service advisors and shop foremen to ensure positive customer experience
  • 6Maintain a safe organized and efficient work environment following dealership safety procedures
  • 7Honorably discharge from U.S. Military Service
  • 8Provide a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • 9Demonstrate strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
  • 10Work in a fast-paced dealership service environment
  • 11Complete background check and drug screening

Requirements5

  • 15+ years building ETL pipelines with Spark and Airflow
  • 23-5 seasons of professional mechanical experience
  • 3Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • 4ASE certifications or technical training (a plus)
  • 5Kia VTAP Apprenticeship Highlights including full-time employment with a participating Kia retailer and eligibility for Monthly Housing Allowance

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationNew York, New York

Required Skills

Diagnosing Kia vehiclesEngine repairTransmission repairSteering and suspension repairBrake serviceHVAC systemsElectrical systemsVehicle inspectionsUsing Kia diagnostic toolsTest driving vehiclesCompleting repair orders
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