Provisional Service Technician Intern

Who is Platte Valley Equipment?

Platte Valley Equipment is your full-service John Deere Dealer serving Eastern Nebraska including the areas of Columbus, Lincoln, Omaha, and Grand Island, Nebraska and Sioux City, Iowa. Whether it’s Parts, Sales, Service or Technology we have opportunities for you to join our team with locations in Clarkson, Fremont, Humphrey, and Wahoo Nebraska.

Position Summary

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 Allowance
• 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.

Compensation

The following represents Platte Valley Equipment compensation estimation based on market data and placement of internal employees. This is an hourly role with a starting base of $15.00 and going up to $18.00 based on experience.

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