About the role#
As a Shop Technician Intern at Summit Agricultural Group, you will gain hands-on experience in a large-scale farming operation. You will focus on preventative maintenance and service needs at our headquarters in Alden, Iowa.
What you'll do#
- Perform maintenance and repairs on company equipment, including on-road passenger vehicles, tractors, and field cultivators.
- Handle specific service tasks such as oil changes, tire repairs, and equipment detailing.
- Troubleshoot and fix various mechanical issues.
- Carry out metal fabrication duties, with a preference for welding experience.
- Operate equipment including tractors, grain carts, skid loaders, and forklifts.
- Assist with minor construction and special projects.
- Cross-train in other operational departments.
- Deliver a final presentation to the management team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in Mechanical Engineering, Agriculture, or Industrial Engineering programs.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently as a motivated self-starter.
Location & details#
- Location: Alden, Iowa.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a paid, full-time internship with a rolling term.
- Sponsorship is not available for this position.
About Summit Agricultural Group
Summit Agricultural Group operates as an investment management firm focused on the agriculture sector. Founded in 1990, the company maintains headquarters in Alden, Iowa. It employs between 51 and 200 people. The firm manages agricultural assets and capital investments across the Midwest and international markets. Its work spans private equity, farm management, and production agriculture.
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