Service Technician Intern / JD Tech Advantage Program

Sinclair Tractor; Sigourney (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Sinclair Tractor, located in Sigourney, Iowa, offers a part-time position to assist service technicians while completing a two-year associate degree through an accredited John Deere TECH program. The role involves learning key skills essential for a future mechanic technician position.

The selected candidate will participate in hands-on training and develop skills in various areas including Electrical, Hydraulics, and Service ADVISOR. This is an ideal opportunity for individuals looking to enter the mechanized agricultural field.

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.
• Assist senior technicians and learn basic service tasks.
• Develop skills in removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of components.

Job description

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

Purpose

Participate in on‑the‑job training assisting service technicians in basic service tasks to learn key skills for a future mechanic technician 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, become an efficient service mechanic technician 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.
• 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.
• Operate and maintain vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities.
• Maintain a clean work area and perform work in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
• Maintain current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.

Required 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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.