Fall 2027 John Deere Sponsored Technician
About The Position
James River Equipment is accepting applications for the Fall 2027 JD Tech Program. This program is a supervised work experience that accompanies a two-year Associate of Applied Science program through Wake Tech Community College in Raleigh, NC. The courses provide a John Deere-based curriculum of both classroom and lecture and laboratory experiences. Sponsored technicians in the program choose between either the Agricultural Equipment Mechanic Program or the Construction & Forestry Mechanic Program. On-the-job training at a sponsoring dealership is a requirement of enrollment for this two-year program. Students attend classes in person part of the week and work as apprentice technicians at their home James River Equipment location outside of class/lecture/lab times. Sponsored technician positions are paid internships, and sponsored technicians are provided tools in addition to uniforms by James River Equipment. Sponsored John Deere Techs continue into full-time mechanic positions with James River Equipment upon successful completion of training and degree requirements. Tuition is reimbursed incrementally once in a full-time mechanic position with James River Equipment.
Requirements
- High school students interested in a John Deere technician degree are encouraged to submit an application.
- Candidates seeking this degree as a second career option post-high school are also eligible to apply.
- References will be requested prior to interview.
- School transcripts will be requested prior to interview.
- In person interview will be required for candidates at the James River Equipment branch closest to their home base.
- Mechanical aptitude assessment required to be completed.
Responsibilities
- Attend classes in person part of the week.
- Work as apprentice technicians at their home James River Equipment location outside of class/lecture/lab times.
- Complete a two-year Associate of Applied Science program through Wake Tech Community College.
- Complete on-the-job training at a sponsoring dealership.
- Continue into full-time mechanic positions with James River Equipment upon successful completion of training and degree requirements.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate of pay
- Uniforms provided at no cost
- Annual tools and PPE perks
- Employee recognition rewards program
- Paid time for employees to take online training at home
- Opportunities for leadership and professional growth
- Quarterly group outings, company events, and employee recognition programs
- Tuition is reimbursed incrementally once in a full-time mechanic position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
