Heavy Equipment Service Intern — High School

RDO Equipment Co.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job description

This internship experience offers students part‑time paid employment at a sponsoring dealership while attending high school. The program provides students interested in a career in the heavy equipment industry an opportunity to shadow and work within the parts, sales and service departments.

$18 – $19 / hour

Program Incentives

• Paid internship employment at a store location while attending high school (summers, during school breaks, and after class depending on your store location).

Specific Duties Include

• Shadow, learn, and assist technicians with repairs.
• Assist in the parts department and showroom.
• Assist with building and yard maintenance as well as cleaning equipment.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by management in a professional and efficient manner.
• Adhere to academic policies, rules and regulations set forth by the learning center the student is attending.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations while performing work assignments and adhere to all policies and procedures as specified in company manuals and as directed in the employee handbook.
• Conduct oneself in the presence of customers and community so as to present a professional image of RDO Equipment Co.
• Proactively seek and participate in available company-sponsored training, in an effort to develop and advance knowledge base and skill set.
• Participate in all company/location driven communication efforts, including open book meetings, huddles, department meetings and other related efforts.
• Maintain a positive and professional working relationship with peers, management, and support resources, with a constant commitment to teamwork and exemplary customer service.

Job Requirements

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Maintain acceptable attendance record while in program.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent communication and written skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.