Service Technician Intern

Sinclair Tractor; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Sinclair Tractor is offering a Service Technician Intern / JD Tech Advantage Program in Calmar, IA. This part-time internship provides hands-on training with service technicians and a clear path toward a John Deere technician certification.

You will complete two years of instructor-led training at a John Deere Tech School and onsite dealership work, developing skills in electrical, hydraulics, and general service tasks while documenting your work and progress.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of equipment safety procedures (preferred).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Complete two years of instructor-led classroom and lab training at a John Deere Tech School.
• Complete minimum hours required of working onsite at the dealership.
• Obtain certification in Electrical, Hydraulics and Service ADVISOR training.
• Complete the total number of John Deere University credits as required.
• Assist senior technicians as needed.
• Learn and perform basic service tasks as assigned.
• Develop skills in removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of components.
• May perform pre-delivery set-up and inspection on new equipment.
• Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders.
• Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of information.
• May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge.
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities.
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Two-year associate degree in John Deere TECH program

Job description

Service Technician Intern / JD Tech Advantage Program

Position Specifics:

Department: Service
Reports to: Service Manager
Type of Employment: Part-Time
Wage Type: Hourly

Location: Any Sinclair Tractor Dealership / NICC in Calmar, Iowa

At SinclairTractor, we pride ourselves on being the destination in Southeast Iowa for agricultural equipment, precision farming, agronomic decision support, NAPA parts and supplies. With thirteen John Deere dealerships, five NAPA parts locations and a Supply Store, we are looking for motivated and talented people to join our team.

Position Specifics: Department: Service
Reports to: Service Manager
Type of Employment: Part-Time
Wage Type: Hourly Location: Any Sinclair Tractor Dealership / NICC in Calmar, Iowa
At SinclairTractor, we pride ourselves on being the destination in Southeast Iowa for agricultural equipment, precision farming, agronomic decision support, NAPA parts and supplies. With thirteen John Deere dealerships, five NAPA parts locations and a Supply Store, we are looking for motivated and talented people to join our team.

Purpose:
Participate in on-the-job training assisting service technicians in basic service tasks to learn key skills for a future mechanic tech position. While working, complete a two-year associate degree through an accredited John Deere TECH program focused on fundamentals and key technical concepts. Upon graduation from the program, become an efficient service mechanic tech certified in John Deere’s three core areas of service: Electrical, Hydraulics and Service ADVISOR™.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Complete two years of instructor-led classroom and lab training at a John Deere Tech School
• Complete minimum hours required of working onsite at the dealership
• Obtain certification in Electrical, Hydraulics and Service ADVISOR™ training
• Complete the total number of John Deere University credits as required
• Assist senior technicians as needed
• Learn and perform basic service tasks as assigned
• Develop skills in removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of components
• May perform pre-delivery set-up and inspection on new equipment
• Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders
• Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of information.
• May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
• Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities
• Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
• Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
• Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge of equipment safety procedures (preferred)
• Basic mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn

Working Conditions & Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Workshop and classroom setting
• Repetitive bending and/or kneeling
• Must be able to lift 75-pounds
• Travel as needed

This is not an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, skills, or working conditions. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks be performed as assigned. Sinclair Tractor provides equal employment opportunities to applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any protected classes. This job description is not an employment contract and the employment relationship remains “at will.” Sinclair Tractor will reasonably accommodate the known disabilities of qualified disabled individuals.