Are you interested in a career as a John Deere Service Technician but not sure how to get started? The P&K Service Technician Training Program is designed to prepare new service technicians for a career in the high-tech field of agricultural, turf, and compact construction equipment.
P&K – in cooperation with Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology (Okmulgee, OK), Fort Scott Community College (Fort Scott, KS), and Garden City Community College (Garden City, KS) – offers this two-year college Internship Program that leads to an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science. In addition to the two-year program, Fort Scott Community College also offers a one-year John Deere Certification Program.
Program Options at a Glance
Two-Year Degree Option
While completing the two-year program option, P&K service technicians will learn through a balanced rotation of classroom theory & hands-on application. Time will be split between on-campus learning and real-world application at the dealership. Upon completion of the two-year program, our technicians will receive an Associates Degree in Applied Science through one of our partner schools.
John Deere One-Year Certification Program
This program is a one-year John Deere-certified training program only offered at Fort Scott Community College. The program uses a traditional on-campus learning structure, providing students with troubleshooting knowledge, and hands-on experience in the areas of service, repair, and rebuilding John Deere equipment. Through this 12-month fast-track option, students will become a John Deere Certified Technician.
As a graduate of our Service Technician Training Program, you’ll be a skilled, technically-trained, valuable member of the P&K Equipment family! Learn about the program from our very own ag technicians in the video below!
Scholarship Information
At P&K, we aim to provide our upcoming technicians with the essential resources for success, including:
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$10,000 P&K Scholarship
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$1,000 Tool Allowance
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Company Laptop with John Deere Diagnostic Software
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To enter the Service Technician Program, candidates must have the following:
- A high school degree
- The minimum requirements to be admitted to the college or university
- A two-year employment commitment to P&K Equipment, post-graduation
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What Happens Next?
After completing your chosen training program and acquiring new skills, you will become a technically trained and valuable member of the P&K Team. Your rewarding career with P&K awaits, offering high earning potential, career advancement, and more.
P&K Equipment offers outstanding benefits for its team of Service Technicians
• Uniforms provided by P&K
• Tool purchase program
• Laptops with diagnostic software
• Paid time off/vacation time |
• Health, dental, vision, & life insurance
• 401K retirement program with
company matching
• Continued training opportunities |
Want To Contact Us Directly?
Lori Glazier
Human Resources Manager
(580)237-2199
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Brad Kosanke
Corporate Aftermarket Manager
(405)471-7279
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