We are seeking U.S. Military Veterans with an Honorable Discharge and at least 3+ years of hands-on mechanical experience to join our service team as an Automotive Technician.
Your mechanical experience may come from military service, civilian employment, or a combination of both. Experience maintaining or repairing vehicles, aircraft, heavy equipment, generators, or other mechanical systems is welcome.
This opportunity allows you to apply your technical skills, discipline, and problem-solving abilities to a long-term automotive career while continuing to develop your diagnostic and repair knowledge.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance, including oil changes, tire rotations, fluid services, and vehicle inspections.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical issues using diagnostic equipment and technical manuals.
- Inspect and service brakes, steering, suspension, engines, and other vehicle systems.
- Follow manufacturer specifications and dealership repair procedures.
- Document completed work and communicate repair recommendations to the service team.
- Use hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment safely.
- Participate in technical training to strengthen automotive knowledge and repair skills.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow workplace safety procedures.
- Work with technicians and service leadership to complete repairs efficiently and accurately.
Requirements
- Must be a U.S. Military Veteran with an Honorable Discharge; documentation required.
- Must have three or more years of hands-on mechanical experience through military service, civilian work, or a combination of both.
- Strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to read and follow technical manuals, repair instructions, and schematics.
- Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and mechanical equipment.
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
- Clean background and ability to meet pre-employment screening requirements.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
- Ability to perform essential technician duties, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
- Availability to begin full-time employment promptly.
Preferred Qualifications
- Military experience maintaining vehicles, aircraft, heavy equipment, generators, or other mechanical systems.
- Civilian automotive repair or fleet maintenance experience.
- Experience with electrical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
- Automotive technical training, ASE certifications, or manufacturer certifications.
Benefits
- Full-time employment with a participating Dealers
- A program designed specifically for Military Veterans, facilitated by Veterans
- Participation in a one-year, competency-based GI Bill®-approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification
- Eligible Veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) through the GI Bill® during the apprenticeship