The Road to Reynolds
Reynolds Tuition Reimbursement Scholarship
The John Deere TECH program is a two-year associates degree in which you'll learn how to troubleshoot, service, repair, and rebuild the equipment that keeps Reynolds customers running strong. You'll focus on agriculture and turf equipment where you will work with top notch schools to gain the skill and experience necessary for you to become an essential member of the Reynolds team as a service technician. As a John Deere TECH student, you will receive hands-on technical training in school and as part of your internship. You will learn from seasoned technicians how to put your skills to work in the shop and in the field.
The program includes general education and John Deere-specific training courses, such as:
- Diesel Engines and Fuel Systems
- Powertrain Components
- Electrical and Hydraulic Systems
- Service Advisortm Diagnostics
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Service Department Procedures and Policy
- John Deere Product Specific Training
- Precision Technology
Admission Requirements
- Hold a high school diploma or equivalent
- Secure a sponsorship through Reynolds
- Meet college admission and academic requirements.
How to Apply to the Road to Reynolds Program
1. Submit Your Application
Fill out the attached application for the Road to Reynolds Tuition Reimbursement Program Scholarship and submit it online.
2. Get an Internship
In order to qualify for the scholarship, you must spend some time with us. We are flexible with scheduling, but require a minimum of 40 hours of observation. It is best to arrange an internship prior to the application deadline of March 1. Your internship must be completed (or in-progress), evaluated and approved as part of your Road To Reynolds Tuition Reimbursement Scholarship application.
3. Apply for School
You must meet the admission requirements listed below and be accepted into one of our partnering John Deere TECH Program university or college programs to begin classes in the program (Vincennes University - Vincennes, IN or Lakeland College - Mattoon, IL). You will continue to work at your sponsoring Reynolds location during breaks from school.
The Reward of the Road to Reynolds
Tuition Reimbursement
We reimburse up to $15,000 in tuition.
Competitive Pay + Benefits
Enjoy competitive pay and benefits including health, vision, dental, 401(k), paid training, PTO, holidays, uniforms, and PPE.
Pay for Performance
Earn bonuses through performance reviews at 90 days, semi-annually, and annually.
Tech Support Programs
Get a $1,000 tool allowance upon graduation with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Opportunities for Growth
Advance your career with John Deere training and internal growth opportunities at Reynolds.
Continuing Education
Stay current with technology through John Deere training, paid for by Reynolds and completed during work hours. Learn while you earn!