John Deere Apprenticeship - St. James, MN

Full-Time Job + Hands-On Experience + Apprenticeship Certification

If you love working with engines, technology, and machinery — and want a real career, not just a job — this opportunity delivers it all.

C & B Operations: We have 38 John Deere dealership location across 6 states and want to transform regular people into certified John Deere experts!

How it works:
Work in our shop full-time under experienced technicians.  
Travel to Mitchell, South Dakota for 1 week each month for in-class instruction and hands-on learning.  (Travel, Food, Lodging, and Class is all paid for)
Return to the shop and apply what you learned.
Repeat for 2-3 years (2 years with prior mechanic experience, 3 years with none).

NEED TOOLS? -- We have a $3,000 and $7,500 package for you to choose from.  Work for us for 3 years and the tools are yours. 

Earn money while earning your John Deere Apprenticeship Certification WHILE getting work experience.  

You’ll learn to:

• Perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on John Deere agricultural equipment

• Work with diesel engines, hydraulics, electronics, and precision ag technology

• Use advanced diagnostic tools and software

• Complete digital service documentation

• Learn professional shop procedures and safety practices

• Work alongside experienced technicians who mentor and train

This is hands-on learning that directly applies to your education.

Benefits start after 30 days 

• Competitive pay based on your experienc
• Excellent benefits including – Medical, Dental, Vision, and Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, 401K  with generous match
• Progressive Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Opportunities to grow – We love to promote within and have excellent training programs available to prepare you on-the-job and for your future with us.

Qualifications:

• Strong work ethic and desire to learn

• Mechanical aptitude and interest in equipment

• Ability to work full-time 

• Valid driver’s license