Access Your Future Service Intern

RDO Equipment Co.; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Company tools provided

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Financial incentives up to $20k

Possible full-time employment

Job summary

RDO Equipment Co. in Dayton offers an AYF Service Internship that turns classroom learning into hands-on skills in heavy equipment service. You’ll learn diagnostics, basic maintenance, and repairs alongside experienced technicians in a supportive shop setting.

The program is a paid internship with sponsor stores while attending college, with potential for full-time employment after graduation, company-paid tools, a $5,000 graduation sign-on bonus, and up to $20,000 in financial incentives.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an approved Heavy Equipment Service, Diesel Technology, or technical service program recognized by RDO Equipment Co.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA and strong attendance to stay eligible for program benefits.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical tools and on-the-job learning in a supportive environment.
• Strong computer skills and a focus on delivering excellent customer service.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; organized in a fast-paced setting.
• Valid US work authorization and able to work without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Learn alongside a skilled mentor how to diagnose, inspect, recondition, repair, assemble and service real equipment.
• Document machine details and repair work on service orders, including parts and fluids used.
• Keep workspace clean and organized and show care for tools and machines.
• Refer to the full job description for a complete list of duties.

Skills

Mechanical tools usage

Diagnostics

Documentation

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Enrollment in Heavy Equipment Service or Diesel Technology program

Job description

Ready to kickstart your career as a heavy equipment technician? Our AYF Service Internship turns classroom learning into real-world skills. You’ll spend your days performing basic maintenance and repairs, assisting with diagnostics and troubleshooting, and learning how to use advanced tools and technology in the shop. All of this happens alongside experienced technicians and mentors who are invested in your success. Start building a career you’ll love, apply today!

What's In It For You

• $20 – $24 / hour
• Paid internship employment at a sponsoring store while attending college.
• A program that sets you up for success:
  • Potential for full-time employment upon graduation and the following incentives:
  • Company paid tools.
  • $5,000 graduation sign-on bonus.
  • Up to $20,000 in financial incentives.
  • To learn more about our Access Your Future Internship Programs, click here.
• A company that lives by its core values: they're not just words on a wall, they're how we work, grow and lead. Learn more about our core values.

Why RDO?

When you join RDO Equipment Co., you’ll become part of an industry-leading team providing a world-class experience for customers who do vital work. We deal in iron from the world’s leading equipment and technology manufacturers, but we’re a people business first. RDO has grown from humble roots, guided by a family’s values, and shaped by the strengths, voices and entrepreneurism of our team members.

Join RDO Equipment Co. in Dayton, where you'll enter a team of people passionate about heavy construction machinery, parts and service. As one of our Midwest Construction stores, the Dayton team supplies and services machinery from manufacturers like John Deere, Wirtgen, Topcon and Vermeer. In the Midwest, this machinery is vital to progress within industries like mining, construction and oil and gas. Join our team and make an impact on the Dayton community and beyond.

What You Will Do

• Learn side-by-side your skilled mentor how to diagnose, inspect, recondition, repair, assemble, and service real equipment — this is hands‑on experience that goes way beyond the classroom.
• Build your technical confidence by documenting machine details and repair work on service orders, including the parts and fluids you use—your notes help keep the team informed and efficient.
• Own your workspace by keeping it clean and organized, and showing care for the tools and machines you’ll be using—because professionalism starts with pride in your environment.
• For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, view the full job description here.

What You Will Need

• Start with the right foundation: You must be enrolled in or attending an approved Heavy Equipment Service, Diesel Technology, or technical service program recognized by RDO Equipment Co.
• Keep your grades and attendance sharp:A minimum 3.0 GPA and a solid attendance record are required to stay eligible for program benefits.
• Build your hands on skills: Gain experience using mechanical tools while learning on the job in a supportive environment.
• Tech-savvy and customer-focused:Strong computer skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer service will set you apart.
• Communicate and stay organized:You’ll need clear written and verbal communication skills, plus the ability to stay organized in a fast‑paced environment.
• Valid work authorization: Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Why You'll Love It Here

• New facility: Dayton has new, large service bays and state‑of‑the‑art facilities.
• Diverse product offerings: Manufacturer partners include John Deere, Topcon, Vermeer and Wirtgen.
• Varied customer base: Work with customers across product lines and industries.
• Live on the cutting edge: Dayton has a service shop dedicated to construction technology.