John Deere Sponsored Technician

Job Description:

John Deere Sponsored Technician

Job Details

Level Entry
Position Type Part Time
Education Level None
Travel Percentage None
Job Shift Day
Job Category Skilled Labor - Trades

John Deere Sponsored Technician Training Program

Partner with James River Equipment at Wake Tech Community College as a John Deere Sponsored Technician

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:

• Agricultural Equipment Mechanic Program
• 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 Include:

• 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 as well as 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.

*** Now enrolling for Fall 2025 semester for both agricultural equipment mechanic and construction/forestry mechanic paths ***

Working at James River Equipment

About the Benefits

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a competitive hourly rate of pay as a sponsored technician (apprentice). In addition, our sponsored technicians at Wake Tech Community College enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:

• 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

Upon joining us, you will be welcomed into a supportive, collaborative, and diverse team that takes pride in a job well done.

If you're looking for a satisfying workplace and would like to take your career forward, Apply Now!

For more information about what it’s like to work at James River Equipment, please visit our website at www.jamesriverequipment.com