Provisional Service Technician Intern – Humphrey

Platte Valley Equipment LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid tuition

Tool reimbursement

Internship stipend

Job summary

Platte Valley Equipment LLC offers a Service Technician Internship tied to an active two-year John Deere Diesel Technician associate degree program. The internship blends classroom instruction with hands-on lab work to build core service skills, safety awareness, and professional reporting disciplines.

Participants complete two years of training, earn sponsor mentorship, and pursue certifications in Electrical, Hydraulics, and Service Advisor areas while maintaining a 2.7 GPA.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license is mandatory.
• Interest in outdoor power equipment and agricultural machinery.
• Willingness to learn and work diligently.
• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
• Forklift license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete two years of instructor-led classroom and lab training while maintaining a minimum 2.7 GPA.
• Complete internship requirements within the Student Tech program.
• Meet the John Deere University curriculum credit requirements.
• Adhere to safety protocols and complete required reports and forms.
• Assist senior technicians and perform basic service tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and manage time/materials.
• Develop skills in disassembly and reconditioning of components; assist with pre-delivery setup as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

The Service Technician Internship is a program built for active participation in a two-year John Deere Diesel Technician associate degree program aimed at mastering fundamental technical concepts to excel as a service technician. The program integrates comprehensive classroom instruction with practical, hands-on experience to develop proficient service skills.

Program Features

• Paid Tuition (or tuition reimbursement), Fees and Books, as well as a Tool Reimbursement
• Paid Internships
• Dealer sponsorship required.

Job Responsibilities

• Successfully complete two years of instructor-led classroom and lab training, maintaining a minimum 2.7 GPA.
• Complete internship requirements within the Student Tech program.
• Attain certification in Electrical, Hydraulics, and Service Advisor training.
• Meet the total credit requirements of the John Deere University curriculum.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations during work assignments.
• Complete all necessary reports and forms associated with job assignments.
• Provide assistance to senior technicians as required.
• Perform assigned basic service tasks competently.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Account for all time and materials utilized during assigned duties.
• Develop proficiency in the removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of components.
• Potentially conduct pre-delivery set-up and inspection of new equipment.

Performance Expectations

• Achieve a minimum 50% labor performance.
• Actively participate in mentorship with sponsor store during full-time internship periods, dedicating 40 hours per week.
• Continue mentorship with sponsor store during school year.
• Allocate at least 4 hours per week to self-directed training.
• Familiarize oneself with Parts Advisor, Service Advisor, and the Ag Sales manual.

Qualifications

• Display interest in learning repair methods, materials, tools, and techniques for outdoor power equipment and agricultural machinery.
• Possess fundamental knowledge of engines, hydraulics, powertrains, air-conditioning, and electrical systems relevant to dealership machines.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills with customers and colleagues.
• Capable of repeatedly lifting at least 25 lbs.
• Exhibit a strong work ethic and willingness to learn and work diligently.
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
• A valid driver’s license is mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Forklift license preferred.