Internship
John Deere Tech Student
Posted on 10/31/2025
Truland Equipment
51-200 employees
Dealership selling and servicing agricultural equipment
No salary listed
Toledo, OH, USA + 2 more
More locations: Evansville, IN, USA | Effingham, IL, USA
In Person
Sponsorship at Owens Community College (Toledo, OH area), Lake Land College (Mattoon, IL), and Vincennes University (Vincennes, IN).
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- Participation in on-the-job training assisting service technicians in basic service tasks to learn key skills for a future mechanic technician position.
- Complete a two-year associate degree through an accredited John Deere TECH program focused on fundamentals and key technical concepts.
- Obtain certification in Electrical, Hydraulics, and Service ADVISOR training.
- Complete the total number of John Deere University credits as required.
- Complete two years of instructor-led classroom and lab training at a John Deere Tech School.
- Complete the minimum hours required of working onsite 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.
- Learn and perform basic service tasks as assigned.
- Develop an understanding of labor efficiencies and meet labor efficiency goals.
- Develop an understanding of the service department operations and how the dealer business system is utilized.
- Develop skills in removal, disassembly, and reconditioning of components.
- May perform pre-delivery set-up and inspection of new equipment.
- Accountable for billable time and assigned work orders.
- Responsible for complete and thorough documentation of diagnostics and repairs performed on work orders and on-time submittal of information.
- May participate in Service EDUCATE Training programs required for the development of skills and knowledge.
- Operates and maintains vehicles, tools and equipment required to perform job responsibilities.
- Maintains a clean work area and performs work in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
- Maintains current knowledge of John Deere and competitive products.
Truland Equipment is a John Deere dealership with locations in Indiana and Ohio that sells and services new and used agricultural and turf equipment, including mowers, tractors, combines, planters, tillage tools, and skid steers. Customers can purchase equipment, parts, and rely on a service department for maintenance and repairs. The company also draws on experience in grain storage and handling to support agricultural operations beyond equipment sales. Its goal is to help farming and residential customers keep their equipment running by providing accessible products, a broad parts network, and reliable service.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Van Wert, Ohio
Founded
2005
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- John Deere Tech Program sponsors degrees for service talent acquisition.
- 18 locations across Indiana and Ohio strengthen regional market coverage.
- Diversified revenue from equipment sales, parts, service, and rentals.
What critics are saying
- John Deere's online sales compress dealer margins on mowers since 2023.
- CNH undercuts used combines by 8-12% at Case IH dealerships since Q4 2025.
- Heartland Ag acquires Midwest Deere dealers, targeting Truland in 12-24 months.
What makes Truland Equipment unique
- Rebranded from Kenn-Feld Group and TTG Equipment, unifying 18 locations.
- Offers Ready-to-Mow at-home mower service at Woodburn, IN.
- Provides rentals at Angola, IN, alongside Honda and STIHL brands.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Life Insurance