About the role#
This position offers hands-on training for students pursuing a career as a mechanic. You will balance on-site work at the dealership with a two-year associate degree through an accredited John Deere TECH program. The goal is to prepare you for a full-time service mechanic role by developing your technical skills and understanding of dealership operations.
What you'll do#
- Complete two years of instructor-led classroom and lab training at a John Deere Tech School.
- Assist senior technicians with basic service tasks and learn to perform diagnostics.
- Obtain certifications in Electrical, Hydraulics, and Service ADVISOR training.
- Document all repairs and diagnostic work on assigned work orders.
- Handle the removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of equipment components.
- Perform pre-delivery set-up and inspections on new equipment.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area while following all safety regulations.
What you'll need#
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to lift at least 75 lbs repeatedly.
- An adequate toolset to perform job responsibilities.
- Ability to maintain the minimum required GPA for the program.
- Interest in learning repair techniques for off-road, construction, and heavy equipment.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
Location & details#
- Location: Mount Vernon, Ohio.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, part-time position with a rolling term.
About Ag-Pro Companies
Ag-Pro Companies operates as the largest privately-owned John Deere dealership in North America. Founded in 1958, the firm maintains 84 locations across seven states including Florida, Georgia, and Ohio. It provides equipment and support for large agriculture, small agriculture, construction, and turf customers. The company employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and is based in Boston, Georgia.
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