The John Deere Technician Program is a two-year associate's degree in which students learn how to troubleshoot, service, repair, and rebuild John Deere equipment to ensure SunSouth customers have little downtime when they experience equipment issues. Students will gain the skills and experience to become a Service Technician at SunSouth. As a student of this program, you will receive hands-on technical training, as well as learn from seasoned technicians and learn how to put your skills to work.
Requirements
To be accepted into the John Deere Agricultural Technician Program, applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be sponsored by one of SunSouth's 21 locations.
Applicants have the choice to attend either South Georgia Technical College or Northwest Mississippi Community College. We encourage applicants to make their decision early to avoid any potential issues with enrollment.
Each student must meet the admission and academic requirements from their school of choice and be accepted prior to the start of the semester.
Program & Course Work
This two-year Associate's Degree in the USA or apprenticeship in Canada includes general education courses and exclusive John Deere TECH courses with an instructor who has completed extensive John Deere technician training. Program covers:
- Diesel Engines and Aftertreatment Systems
- Powertrain Components
- Electrical and Hydraulic Systems
- Precision Technology
- Service AdvisorTM Diagnostics
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- John Deere Product Specific Training
Sponsorship
SunSouth-sponsored John Deere Tech students receive:
- Paid internship
- Experience working on the latest equipment & technology
- Tuition & tool assistance
- Job placement at one of SunSouth's 21 locations
Rewards
Upon successfully completing the John Deere Agricultural Technician Program, you will go on to work full-time at one of our 21 locations in Alabama, Georgia, and Mississippi. This program provides graduates with excellent starting pay, benefits, and great work conditions. You will use your newly gained skills to grow as a technician and as an individual.
For more information, please contact:
Scott Demoss, Corporate Service Manager
sdemoss@sunsouth.com
Michelle Schaefer, Human Resources Manager
mschaefer@sunsouth.com
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