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JOHN DEERE TECH
Agriculture Mechanization
The Occupations
Service Technician, Shop Foreman, Service Manager, Customer Service Representative
About The Occupations
The technical revolution in the agricultural tractor and equipment industry has quickly changed the way service technicians perform their jobs. The rapid spread of the use of electronics and hydraulics in the industry has created a demand for technicians who are technically and academically prepared. Technicians must be prepared for updated training on new machines as they are introduced. John Deere dealers need technicians who understand good work ethics and are willing to accept change. The service department at most dealerships of today is responsible for the repair and maintenance on all equipment sold at that dealership. The success of any dealership depends on the efficiency of the service department employees. Service technicians perform assigned set-up, repair, and warranty jobs on agricultural machines, old and new. This work may be performed at the dealership or in the field. Shop foremen, depending on the structure of the service department, may schedule service jobs for service technicians or work as a technician while assisting other technicians in the service department. Managerial positions are open to individuals who develop the technical, organizational, communication, and social skills necessary to represent the dealership in a managerial position in the service department. Many dealerships also employ a customer service representative to promote the dealership with current and prospective customer interaction.
Navarro College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Navarro College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Navarro College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
WORK ENVIRONMENT | |
Employers |
John Deere dealerships provide an excellent opportunity to continue employment after graduation because students perform a paid internship at a sponsoring John Deere dealership as part of the degree program. Graduates from this program typically work for John Deere dealerships but may also be employed by other agricultural equipment companies. Labor market Elementary Statistical Methods show an increasing demand for diesel mechanics. |
Typical Schedule |
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Tools and Equipment |
Micrometers, dial indicators, hoists, flow meters, multimeters, laptop computers, lift trucks, cutting torches, and John Deere special tools necessary to perform service on equipment scheduled for repair. |
WORKER PORTRAIT | |
Skills and Aptitudes |
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Interests |
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OUTLOOK | OCCUPATION |
Excellent | Service Technician |
Excellent | Shop Foreman |
Excellent | Service Manager |
POSITION | SALARY (PER YEAR) |
Service Technician | Salaries depend on position region of state and nation |
Shop Foreman | Salaries depend on position region of state and nation |
Service Manager | Salaries depend on position region of state and nation |
(Note: Individual earnings may vary based upon the job setting and position. These are ranges not guarantees of earnings.)
Navarro College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Navarro
College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree
levels. Questions about the accreditation of Navarro College may be directed in writing
to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866
Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using
information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
CONCENTRATION OPTIONS | DEGREE / CERTIFICATE TYPE | DEGREE PLANS |
Ag Mechanization Technology | Associate in Applied Science | View Degree Plan |
Enhanced (Agriculture) Technical Skills | Certificate | View Degree Plan |
Diesel Engine Maintenance I | Certificate | View Degree Plan |
Diesel Engine Maintenance II | Certificate | View Degree Plan |
Navarro College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Navarro College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Navarro College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).