AG Tech Program | 21st Century Equipment

Ag Tech Programs

Skip college debt and land a secure job with the 21st Century Equipment two-year diesel Ag Tech Program. This reimbursement program works with John Deere regional colleges and our partner community colleges to offer students the chance to be a part of our team and grow the possibilities for a career as a service technician. Students learn the ins and outs of John Deere technology, systems, and more. They get first-hand experience and learn from a team that takes great pride in what they do. After the program is complete, students are granted a one-year guidance period before progressing to an autonomous work capacity.

Our 2-Year Diesel Ag Tech Program

Unlock your career potential with the 21st Century Equipment 2-Year Diesel Ag Tech Program. In collaboration with John Deere regional colleges and our trusted community college partners, we invite students to embark on a journey with our team, nurturing the possibilities of a career as a Service Technician. Gain hands-on experience with John Deere technology, diagnostic systems, and repair procedures, all under the guidance of our team.

John Deere Schools
  • Southeast Community College - Milford, NE
  • Garden City Community College - Garden City, KS
21st Century Partner Schools
  • WyoTech - Laramie, WY
  • Northeastern Junior College - Sterling, CO
  • Northwest Kansas Technical College - Goodland, KS
  • Mid-Plains Community College - North Platte, NE
We’re proud to be one of 20,000+ John Deere dealerships that are a part of the John Deere TECH program, a partnership with 24 colleges throughout the U.S. and Canada. You’ll gain hands-on experience to learn diagnostic and repair procedures using the latest high-tech electronics and software programs. When it’s time to graduate the program, you’ll also have the upper hand with job placements to start a John Deere career on the right foot.

AgTech Program Enrollment

  1. Complete the college online application for admissions form at: southeast.edu, gcccks.edu, njc.edu, mpcc.edu or wyotech.edu.
  2. Complete a college entrance exam (ACT, Accuplacer or Compass tests)
  3. Apply for the 21st Century Equipment Ag Tech Program tuition reimbursement at 21stCenturyEquipment.com/Careers
  4. Complete the Dealer Approval Form with a dealership representative (John Deere colleges only - SCC & GCCC)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Reimbursement for tuition & fees, books, room & board (on-campus housing) will be paid at the following rates:
  • 100% for John Deere programs: SCC & GCCC
80% for specific college partners: NJC, MPCC, NWKTC 
& WyoTech
  • Snap-on® tools and a rolling toolbox ($7,000 value) with the recommended first-year list of tools will be provided to the student. The student owns the tools and toolbox following 
4 years of employment reimbursement following graduation.
  • Students will be provided laptop for Service Advisor if needed for college
  • Students will receive a company cell phone following graduation
  • A $2,500 incentive bonus will be paid to student technicians who successfully complete a full-time internship during the summer between high school and starting a diesel technology college program
  • Full program details available in Tech Reimbursement Agreement

Reach out to Austin to learn more about which opportunities would best support you in reaching your goals and building your future.

Contact Austin

Student Spotlight

Jaxson Eskam, a recent graduate of Southeast Community College (SCC) in Milford, NE, wasted no time in launching his John Deere career. As a member of the John Deere Ag Technician Program, the 20-year-old didn't have to go through the usual job-hunting process or worry about student debt burden. "I feel like I'm ahead of the game," Jaxson said, "This program has given me a head start financially. I don't have any school debt or student loans."

Student Testimonials

"I attended Northeastern Junior College in Sterling, CO which provided a quality education and great hands on experience in the shop. I felt ready to enter the workforce. The company assisted me with purchasing a good set of tools and I landed this job right out of college! It’s great working with the veteran technicians as they are always willing to help and provide tricks of the trade."

Kyle English

Southeast Community College Wray, CO

“I attended the John Deere Ag Tech program in Milford. It was nice being able to reinforce what we learned in the classroom during our coop experience at the dealership. I already knew John Deere Service Advisor, Parts Expert and DTAC so it made starting the job easier. The tuition assistance was a big help and made college affordable for me.”

Adolfo Ortega

Southeast Community College Holyoke, CO

“When we came to 21st Century Equipment, and I learned about the program, it was a no-brainer. I feel 
like I'm ahead of the game. This program has given me a head start financially. I don't have any school debt or student loans."

Jaxson Eskam

Southest Community College Scottsbluff, NE

Tuition Assistance

Reimbursement for tuition & fees, books, room & board 
(on-campus housing) will be paid at the following rates:
  • 100% for John Deere programs: SCC & GCCC. 80% for specific college partners: NJC, MPCC, NWKTC & WyoTech.
  • Snap-on® tools and a rolling toolbox ($7,000 value) with 
the recommended first-year list of tools will be provided 
to the student. The student owns the tools and toolbox following 4 years of employment reimbursement 
following graduation.
  • Students will be provided laptop for Service Advisor if needed for college.
  • Students will receive a company cell phone following graduation A $2,500 incentive bonus will be paid to student technicians who successfully complete a 
full-time internship during the summer between high school and starting a diesel technology college program.
  • Full program details available in Tech Reimbursement Agreement.

Scholarship Opportunities

We believe a company is only as good as its employees, which is why we provide the resources and financial opportunities to advance your knowledge and your career starting today. Learn more about the different scholarship opportunities available to current high school students or graduates.
  • Iowa Nebraska Equipment Dealers Association 
Scholarship Program
  • Equipment Dealers Foundation Scholarship
  • Mike Rowe Scholarship