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Student Service Intern

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Holland, MI - Company HQ - Holland, MI
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Part Time

Description

GreenMark Equipment is the premier John Deere dealership in Southwestern Michigan and Northern Indiana with 17 locations to serve our customers. We are committed to providing value-added equipment solutions through our sales, service and support to farmers, commercial businesses, large property owners and homeowners. GreenMark Equipment is built on integrity, quality products, a highly trained team, and offering quality service at competitive prices.

GreenMark offers the following benefits (following graduation from college program):

  • Excellent health benefit package begins 1st day
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k with company match
  • Tool discounts
  • Company provided uniforms
  • First shift work schedule
  • Career stability
  • Overtime available
  • Efficiency and team bonuses
  • Referral bonus up to $3700
  • Company paid training

Training and Growth:

GreenMark prides itself on exceeding John Deere’s yearly training goals. Our teams are provided with top-notch training and are the best in the industry. Training is conducted either online, in person or at a John Deere training facility. If you want to be one of the industry’s best, it’s time to come to a company that wants you to be the best!

Purpose:

Participate in paid on-the-job training assisting service technicians in basic service tasks to learn key skills for a future mechanic tech position. While working, complete a two-year associate degree through an accredited John Deere TECH program focused on fundamentals and key technical concepts. Upon graduation from the program, become an efficient service mechanic tech certified in John Deere’s three core areas of service: Electrical, Hydraulics and Service.

Interview Process: Half day job shadow at location of choice (working interview)

Starting Wage: $15-$16 per hour

Responsibilities:

  • Complete two years of instructor-led classroom and lab training at a John Deere Tech School
  • Complete minimum hours required of working onsite at the dealership
  • Obtain certification in Electrical, Hydraulics and Service ADVISORâ„¢ training
  • Complete the total number of John Deere University credits as required
  • Assist senior technicians as needed
  • Learn and perform basic service tasks as assigned
  • Develop an understanding of labor efficiencies and meet labor efficiency goals
  • Develop an understanding of the service department operations and how the dealer business system is utilized
  • Develop skills in removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of components
  • May perform pre-delivery set-up and inspection on new equipment
  • Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders
  • Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on time submittal of information.
  • May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge
  • Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities
  • Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion
  • Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments
  • Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products        

Qualifications

Experience, Education, Skills and Knowledge:

  • High School Junior or Senior (Preferred)
  • Maintain minimum required GPA* (2.5)
  • Interest in learning methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair of off road, construction, lawn, or heavy equipment
  • Experience operating vehicles, tools, and equipment for diagnostic purposes
  • Experience with basic computer functions
  • Experience working cooperatively in a team environment
  • Experience communicating effectively verbally and in writing
  • Must have an adequate toolset to perform job responsibilities
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience required to attend program
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