ppSpitzer Kia West in Parma, Ohio is seeking strongMilitary Veterans with mechanical experience /strong who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as an strongAutomotive Service Technician /strong. /ppThis position is part of the strongKia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) /strong, a structured apprenticeship program created by strongKia America /strong to help Military Veterans transition into the automotive industry. Through this program, participants gain hands-on dealership experience while completing a strongone-year competency-based apprenticeship /strong that leads to strongKia Service Technician certification /strong. /ppVTAP 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 strongGI Bill® approved /strong, allowing eligible Veterans to receive strongMonthly Housing Allowance (MHA) /strong during their apprenticeship. /ppAs an strongAutomotive Technician Apprentice /strong, 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. /ppstrongJob Responsibilities /strong /pulliDiagnose, maintain, and repair Kia vehicles, including engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, brakes, HVAC, and electrical systems /liliPerform vehicle inspections, diagnostics,



and mechanical repairs using Kia diagnostic procedures and equipment /liliComplete repair orders and warranty documentation according to Kia and dealership policies /liliTest drive vehicles and verify repair quality using appropriate diagnostic tools and equipment /liliCommunicate effectively with service advisors and shop foremen to ensure a positive customer experience /liliMaintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment while following dealership safety procedures /li /ulp· Honorable Discharge from U.S. Military Service /pp· Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record /pp· Prior experience in a strongmechanical or technical field /strong /pp· Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills /pp· Ability to work in a fast-paced dealership service environment /pp· Willingness to complete strongbackground check and drug screening /strong /ppstrongPreferred Skills (Not Required) /strong /pulliBasic automotive maintenance or repair experience /liliFamiliarity with diagnostic tools and hand tools /liliExperience working with engines, electrical systems, or mechanical equipment /liliASE certifications or technical training (a plus) /li /ulpstrongKia VTAP Apprenticeship Highlights /strong /pulliFull-time employment with a participating Kia Retailer /liliA program designed specifically for Military Veterans, facilitated by Veterans /liliParticipation in a one-year, competency-based GI Bill® approved apprenticeship leading to Kia Service Technician certification /liliEligible Veterans may receive a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) through the GI Bill® during the apprenticeship /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Veteran Automotive Technician – VTAP Apprenticeship (Parma)
🏢 Kia America
📍 Parma