Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Automotive Mechanic Apprenticeship for Military Veterans - Warner Kia

Full-time

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)

Warner Kia in Parkersburg, WV, is seeking Military Veterans with mechanical experience who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Automotive Service Technician .

This position is part of the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) , a structured apprenticeship program created by Kia America to help Military Veterans transition into the automotive industry. Through this program, participants gain hands-on dealership experience while completing a one-year competency-based apprenticeship that leads to Kia Service Technician certification .

VTAP provides Veterans the opportunity to work full-time at a participating Kia dealership while receiving the training, tools, and support needed to develop into highly skilled automotive technicians. The program is GI Bill® approved , allowing eligible Veterans to receive Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) during their apprenticeship.

As an Automotive Technician Apprentice , you will work alongside experienced technicians and service professionals while developing the technical knowledge and practical skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair Kia vehicles.

Job Responsibilities

  • Diagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles, including engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical systems
  • Perform vehicle inspections, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs using Kia diagnostic procedures and equipment
  • Complete repair orders and warranty documentation according to Kia and dealership policies
  • Test drive vehicles and verify repair quality using appropriate diagnostic tools and equipment
  • Communicate effectively with service advisors and shop foremen to ensure a positive customer experience
  • Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while following dealership safety procedures

Requirements

  • Honorable Discharge from U.S. Military Service
  • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
  • Prior experience in a mechanical or technical field
  • Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced dealership service environment
  • Willingness to complete background check and drug screening

 

Preferred Skills (Not Required)

  • Basic automotive maintenance or repair experience
  • Familiarity with diagnostic tools and hand tools
  • Experience working with engines, electrical systems, or mechanical equipment
  • ASE certifications or technical training (a plus)

Benefits

Kia VTAP Apprenticeship Highlights

  • Full-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer
  • 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
Vacancy posted 10 days ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Automotive Mechanic Apprenticeship for Military Veterans - Warner Kia in Parkersburg, WV vacancy
  •  ...Description Job Description Warner Kia in Parkersburg, WV, is seeking Military Veterans with mechanical experience who are...  ...a rewarding career as an Automotive Service Technician . This...  ...the Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) , a structured... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Full time

    Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)

    Parkersburg, WV
    11 days ago
  • $49 - $69 per hour

     ...marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action...  ..., rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Daily paid

    Humana

    Parkersburg, WV
    1 day ago
  • $59 - $83 per hour

     ...marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action...  ..., rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Daily paid
    Relief

    CenterWell

    Parkersburg, WV
    6 days ago
  • $33 - $47 per hour

     ...marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action...  ..., rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Full time
    Temporary work

    CenterWell Home Health

    Parkersburg, WV
    3 days ago
  • $59 - $83 per hour

     ...marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action...  ...forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Centerwell, a wholly owned... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Daily paid
    Full time
    Relief

    CenterWell

    Parkersburg, WV
    3 days ago
  • $49.81 - $68.46 per hour

     ...marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action...  ..., rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Daily paid
    Full time
    Interim role

    CenterWell Senior Primary Care

    Parkersburg, WV
    1 day ago
  • $1,030 - $1,260 per week

     ...tuition reimbursement ($200/month) or CDL Apprenticeship Training (paid five-to-six week...  ...a Schneider facility). ~ Credit for Military Experience and Military Apprenticeship...  ...orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Relocation package

    Schneider

    Parkersburg, WV
    1 day ago
  • $1,030 - $1,260 per week

     ...tuition reimbursement ($200/month) or CDL Apprenticeship Training (paid five-to-six week training at a Schneider facility). Credit for Military Experience and Military Apprenticeship...  ...orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Hourly pay
    Weekly pay
    Full time
    Immediate start
    Relocation package

    Schneider

    Parkersburg, WV
    6 hours ago
  •  ...Telecommunications. Our Fiber Technician Apprenticeship Program is specifically...  ...service members and veterans ready to trade their...  ...used to. Why Veterans? Military-Grade Precision: We value the...  ...telecommunications. Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in technology... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Full time
    Local area
    Flexible hours
    Weekend work
    Weekday work

    NLX Communications

    Parkersburg, WV
    11 days ago
  •  ...service members, families, and global communities in leading edge military medical centers, hospital ships, and operational units, while...  ...for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities. Specific... 
    Apprenticeship
    Shift work

    US Navy

    Vienna, WV
    11 hours ago
  •  ...opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on... 
    Veteran
    Minimum wage
    Full time
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Traineeship
    Work experience placement

    Maximus

    Parkersburg, WV
    1 day ago
  •  ...opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency Maximus compensation is based on... 
    Veteran
    Minimum wage
    Full time
    Contract work
    Temporary work
    Traineeship
    Work experience placement
    Remote work

    Maximus

    Parkersburg, WV
    11 hours ago
  •  ...innovation leader As a Mid-Level Automotive Technician, you will gain hands-on...  ...Goodyear's Auto Service centers by utilizing a mechanical aptitude to diagnose technical issues...  ...s contact detail for assistance. #veteran #army #marine #navy #airforce #coastguard... 
    Veteran
    Immediate start
    Shift work

    Goodyear

    Parkersburg, WV
    1 day ago
  •  ...consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Local area
    Immediate start

    DN.com

    Parkersburg, WV
    3 days ago
  •  ...consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Contract work
    Immediate start

    DN.com

    Parkersburg, WV
    1 day ago
  •  ...Training Program recognized by ASHP & Department of Labor. This apprenticeship program gives you an entry point to a career in health care...  .... An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. The actual compensation that you will be offered will depend... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Hourly pay
    Full time
    Work experience placement
    Work at office
    Local area
    Immediate start
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Afternoon shift

    Walgreens

    Marietta, OH
    2 days ago
  •  ...or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.... 
    Veteran
    Minimum wage
    Full time
    Work at office

    Dental Care Alliance

    Parkersburg, WV
    4 days ago
  •  ...discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws./... 
    Veteran
    Local area

    Zanesville Honda

    Marietta, OH
    18 hours ago
  •  ...aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity... 
    Veteran
    Minimum wage
    Part time
    Private practice
    Work at office
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    EssilorLuxottica SA

    Vienna, WV
    1 day ago
  •  ...Description: Body Shop Technician Company Description Victory Automotive Group is family owned and operated since 1997 with over 50...  ..., age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. Job Description The Body Shop Technician repairs... 
    Veteran

    Victory Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Marietta

    Marietta, OH
    4 days ago
  •  ...aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity... 
    Veteran
    Minimum wage
    Full time
    Part time
    Private practice
    Work at office
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    EssilorLuxottica SA

    Vienna, WV
    1 day ago
  •  ...culture of friendly competition, which is critical to growing our business — and your success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans Qualifications include, but are not limited to: Bachelor's degree required. Must have a valid driver's license. Must... 
    Veteran
    Traineeship

    Enterprise

    Parkersburg, WV
    3 days ago
  • $2,000 per week

     ...Ryder, you're joining more than a company - you're joining a community of proud women and men in logistics, including Military Reservists and Veterans. Know great drivers - get paid for it. Ryder pays unlimited referral bonuses for hired drivers. EEO/AA/Female/Minority... 
    Veteran
    Weekly pay
    Daily paid
    Monday to Friday
    Night shift

    Ryder

    Parkersburg, WV
    3 days ago
  • $16.59 - $24.86 per hour

     ...inspections, acting as brand ambassadors for Cox Automotive, and actively engaging dealers to grow...  ...tires, frame, glass, panels, and mechanical components. Inspect and document...  ..., jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. Applicants... 
    Hourly pay

    Cox

    Parkersburg, WV
    4 days ago
  • $45 per hour

     ...Diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicle automotive systems including engine, transmission,...  ...hand, excellent hand-eye coordination * Mechanical and troubleshooting skills and ability...  ...disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity... 
    Veteran
    Price work
    Local area
    Relocation package

    Cars Commerce

    Marietta, OH
    4 days ago
  •  ...opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Pay Transparency For positions on this contract,... 
    Veteran
    Remote job
    Contract work
    Internship

    Maximus

    Parkersburg, WV
    2 days ago
  •  ...organization without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As a values-driven, people-first company, we are committed to fostering... 
    Apprenticeship
    Veteran
    Local area
    Shift work
    Day shift
    Afternoon shift

    Chipotle

    Marietta, OH
    2 days ago
  • $165 per hour

     ...Part time PSYCHIATRIST position available in Marietta! Conduct evaluations for military veterans. All IN-person setting at an office. Must be able to work a 4-hour block and each eval is 1hr. No follow-ups. Must be available 4 hrs at a time and minimum of 8 hrs per week... 
    Veteran
    Part time
    Work at office

    Fcs Co

    Marietta, OH
    11 hours ago
  • $165 per hour

     ...Job Description Part time PSYCHIATRIST position available in Marietta! Conduct evaluations for military veterans. All IN-person setting at an office. Must be able to work a 4-hour block and each eval is 1hr. No follow-ups. Must be available 4 hrs at a time and minimum... 
    Veteran
    Part time
    Locum
    Work at office

    Fcs Co

    Marietta, OH
    2 days ago
  •  ...partnership status, domestic violence or stalking victim status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This applies to all AEO activities, including, but not limited to,... 
    Veteran
    Full time
    Part time
    Seasonal work
    Local area
    Work from home
    Flexible hours
    Shift work
    Weekend work
    Afternoon shift
    Early shift

    American Eagle Outfitters

    Vienna, WV
    9 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Automotive Mechanic Apprenticeship for Military Veterans - Warner Kia. Be the first to apply!