Automotive Technician Apprenticeship for Military Veterans - Aloha Kia Hilo

Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP) • Hilo, Hawaii • Posted June 19, 2026

About the Role

Aloha Kia Hilo in Hilo, HI, 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 Mo...