Ag Diesel Tech Apprentice: Paid Internships & AAS Degree

Butler Machinery; Sidney (MT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler Machinery Co. and Butler Ag Equipment invite high school juniors and seniors to join the ButlerMAX program, a two-year diesel technology pathway combining lab training at LATC in Watertown, SD with paid internships at Butler stores.

Graduates earn an Associate of Applied Science in Diesel Technology and transition to full-time technician roles across Butler locations in the region, with starting pay above $32.73 per hour, plus ongoing education and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Applied knowledge of basic mechanical theory.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer technology skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 while in the program.
• Complete required internship hours (1,280).
• Be prepared and on time for work and school.
• Proactively maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Work independently as well as part of a team.
• Tuition, books, housing, tools and fees not covered by scholarship.
• Secure housing arrangements at school and internship location.
• Committed to lifelong learning and training to stay ahead of industry standards.
• Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical theory

Oral and written communication

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Junior or senior in high school

High school diploma or GED at program start

Job description

Butler Machinery Co. and Butler Ag Equipment invite high school juniors and seniors to join the ButlerMAX program, a two-year diesel technology pathway combining lab training at LATC in Watertown, SD with paid internships at Butler stores.

Graduates earn an Associate of Applied Science in Diesel Technology and transition to full-time technician roles across Butler locations in the region, with starting pay above $32.73 per hour, plus ongoing education and career advancement opportunities.