During your time in BTI's Ag Tech Program you will participate in on-the-job training; work to obtain a two-year associate’s degree from the John Deere TECH program; graduate from the program and become certified in John Deere’s three core areas of service: electrical, hydraulics, and service advisor.
BTI is a premier agriculture and farm equipment dealership serving central and western Kansas. Since 1944, BTI has valued the opportunity to create long-term relationships with our customers by giving them the best customer service available.
Responsibilities:
- Complete two years of instructor-led classroom and lab training at a John Deere Tech School and meet minimum GPA requirements while participating in the program.
- Complete a minimum of two internships at the dealership.
- Obtain certification in Electrical, Hydraulics, and Service Advisor training.
- Complete the total number of John Deere University credits, as required.
- Assist senior technicians, as needed.
- Perform basic service tasks, as assigned.
- Maintain a clean work area and perform all work in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Account for all time and material used in performing assigned duties.
- Develop skills in removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of components.
- May perform pre-delivery set-up and inspection on new equipment.
- Follow all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
- Participate in service training, as assigned.
- Perform related and other duties, as assigned.
Experience, Education, Skills, and Knowledge:
- Maintain minimum required GPA.
- Interest in learning methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of agricultural equipment.
- Fundamental level of knowledge of engines, hydraulics, power-trans, air-conditioning, and electrical systems as they apply to machines marketed by the Dealership.
- Ability to read, write and speak effectively with customers and/or other employees.
- Ability to perform basic computer functions.
- Ability to lift 25 lbs. repeatedly.
- Willingness to learn and work hard.
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
- Valid driver’s license required.