Apprentice - John Deere Mechanic
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C & B Ag
SD
Summary
Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on John Deere agricultural equipment while working alongside experienced technicians. Complete digital service documentation and apply learned technical skills in a shop environment.
Job Description
Full-Time Job + Hands-On Experience + Apprenticeship Certification
If you love working with engines, technology, and machinery — and want a real career, not just a job — this opportunity delivers it all.
C & B Operations: We have 38 John Deere dealership location across 6 states and want to transform regular people into certified John Deere experts!
How it works:
Work in our shop full-time under experienced technicians.
Travel to Mitchell, South Dakota for 1 week each month for in-class instruction and hands-on learning. (Travel, Food, Lodging, and Class is all paid for)
Return to the shop and apply what you learned.
Repeat for 2-3 years (2 years with prior mechanic experience, 3 years with none).
NEED TOOLS? -- We have a $3,000 and $7,500 package for you to choose from. Work for us for 3 years and the tools are yours.
Earn money while earning your John Deere Apprenticeship Certification WHILE getting work experience.
You’ll learn to:
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Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on John Deere agricultural equipment
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Work with diesel engines, hydraulics, electronics, and precision ag technology
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Use advanced diagnostic tools and software
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Complete digital service documentation
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Learn professional shop procedures and safety practices
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Work alongside experienced technicians who mentor and train
This is hands-on learning that directly applies to your education.
Benefits start after 30 days
- Competitive pay based on your experienc
- Excellent benefits including – Medical, Dental, Vision, and Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K with generous match
- Progressive Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Opportunities to grow – We love to promote within and have excellent training programs available to prepare you on-the-job and for your future with us.
Qualifications:
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Strong work ethic and desire to learn
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Mechanical aptitude and interest in equipment
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Ability to work full-time
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Valid driver’s license
C & B Operations, LLC started with one location in 1988, in Gettysburg, SD, when Dan Cronin and Rod Burwell purchased the local John Deere dealership to support the farmers, ranchers, and the local community. C & B has evolved to become one of the largest and most recognized John Deere dealership groups operating thirty-eight stores in South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho. C & B continues to build on their original commitment and honor Dan Cronin & Rod Burwell through the name, C & B, vision, and mission.
C & B remains steadfast in its original commitment, honoring the legacy of Dan Cronin and Rod Burwell through its name, vision, and mission. In November 2024, C & B Operations was acquired by a family-owned business, Point Field Partners. The values instilled by Burwell and Cronin, such as honesty, ethics, and hard work, continue to be the foundation upon which the company thrives.
Founded
1988
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Sioux Falls, SD
C & B Operations, LLC started with one location in 1988, in Gettysburg, SD, when Dan Cronin and Rod Burwell purchased the local John Deere dealership to support the farmers, ranchers, and the local community. C & B has evolved to become one of the largest and most recognized John Deere dealership groups operating thirty-eight stores in South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Montana, Wyoming, and Idaho. C & B continues to build on their original commitment and honor Dan Cronin & Rod Burwell through the name, C & B, vision, and mission.
C & B remains steadfast in its original commitment, honoring the legacy of Dan Cronin and Rod Burwell through its name, vision, and mission. In November 2024, C & B Operations was acquired by a family-owned business, Point Field Partners. The values instilled by Burwell and Cronin, such as honesty, ethics, and hard work, continue to be the foundation upon which the company thrives.
Founded
1988
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Sioux Falls, SD