Intern - Ag Technician

Empire MG Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Empire MG Inc. is offering a Paid Internship Position for John Deere TECH Students in Georgia. This internship is designed to provide hands-on training and facilitate the completion of a two-year associate’s degree focused on essential technical concepts for service technicians.

Candidates will participate in both classroom learning and dealership internships while obtaining certifications in Electrical, Hydraulics, and Service Advisor. Applicants should have a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Maintain minimum required GPA based on specific school requirements.
• Interest in outdoor power equipment repair methods and tools.
• Fundamental knowledge of engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Complete two years of classroom and lab training.
• Obtain certification in Electrical and Hydraulics.
• Assist senior technicians with service tasks.
• Maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Learning methods and techniques

Knowledge of engines and hydraulics

Effective communication

Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Job description

John Deere TECH Student

Position Specifics

• Department: Service
• Reports to: Service Manager
• Supervises: None

This is a Paid Internship Position**

Purpose

Participate in on-the-job training and work to obtain a two-year associate’s degree John Deere TECH program focused on the fundamentals and key technical concepts to become effective service technician. Graduate from the program and become certified in John Deere’s three core areas of service: Electrical, Hydraulics and Service Advisor.

Responsibilities

• Complete two years of instructor-led classroom and lab training at a John Deere Tech School and meet minimum GPA requirements while participating in the program
• Complete a minimum of two internships at the dealership
• Obtain certification in Electrical, Hydraulics and Service Advisor training
• Complete the total number of John Deere University credits as required
• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Complete all reports and forms required in conjunction with job assignments
• Assist senior technicians as needed
• Perform basic service tasks as assigned
• Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Account for all time and material used in performing assigned duties
• Develop skills in removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of components
• May perform pre-delivery set-up and inspection on new equipment

Requirements

• Maintain minimum required GPA* (based on specific school for requirements)
• Interest in learning methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair of outdoor power equipment/agricultural equipment
• Fundamental knowledge of engines, hydraulics, power-trains, air-conditioning, and electrical systems as they apply to machines marketed by the dealership
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively with customers and/or other employees
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs. repeatedly
• Willingness to learn and work hard
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required
• Valid driver’s license required
• Fork lift license preferred