When most people drive past our John Deere dealerships, they see tractors lined up on the lot, shiny equipment waiting for the field, or a busy parts counter helping farmers get what they need. All of that is true, but there’s more to the story. Behind those green machines is a team of people working hard to keep agriculture moving. At Kibble Equipment, Valley Plains Equipment, and Platte Valley Equipment, we’re proud to say we’re more than sales locations. We’re part of the community, part of the farm, and a place where rewarding careers can grow close to home.
More Than Just Sales
Yes, we sell tractors, combines, and sprayers. But what really keeps us going is the people who service them. Our diesel technicians, shop interns, and precision ag specialists are a major part of our business. They’re the ones who make sure machines keep running when farmers need them most — during long planting days and even longer harvest nights.
Choosing a career with us doesn’t mean you’re just “fixing equipment.” It means you’re helping neighbors, supporting families, and keeping the food supply chain moving. For students trying to figure out their future, a career with us comes with a lot of purpose.
Why Start Your Career Here
Agriculture will always be one of the most important industries in the world, and diesel technicians are at the center of it. Right now, there’s a shortage of skilled service techs across the country, which makes this one of the most secure and rewarding career paths available.
At our dealerships — Kibble Equipment, VPE, and PVE — you don’t need to leave your hometown to find a great opportunity or commute far to a nearby dealership. Our student tech and internship programs give young people the chance to learn right here and at school, from people they already know and trust. These aren’t just “starter jobs.” They’re the beginning of meaningful careers with real growth, solid pay, and the chance to make a difference in the community you grew up in. And that’s exactly what we are here to provide.
Today’s Equipment = Today’s Technology
Modern John Deere equipment is more advanced than most people realize. A combine or tractor today is as much computer as it is engine. GPS steering, wireless diagnostics, real-time data, even artificial intelligence — it’s all part of the job now.
That’s why our techs do more than turn wrenches. They run diagnostics, troubleshoot electronics, and connect laptops to machines that gather and share huge amounts of information. For students who like both hands-on work and technology, this is the perfect mix. Whether it’s Kibble Equipment, Valley Plains Equipment, or Platte Valley Equipment, you get to work with your hands while also learning cutting-edge systems that keep farms efficient and productive.
Your Future. Your Career. Our Focus
One of the things we’re most proud of is our student tech program. It gives high school and college students a chance to step into the shop, work side-by-side with experienced technicians, and learn by doing.
Many of our interns start working while in High School, then continue on through LATC and our exclusive TechKnowledge program, which is designed specifically for our dealerships and future service technicians. We also partner with other outstanding regional schools — including NDSCS, SCC, NICC, and several others — to give students multiple paths toward success. Along the way, we often provide scholarships, tuition support, and the promise of a full-time job once training is done. By the time these students graduate, they don’t just have a degree — they already have real experience and a career waiting for them right here at home.
Building Lasting Legacies
Being part of our dealerships means more than just having a job. It means being part of something bigger. Every time one of our techs gets a machine back in the field, they’re helping a farmer harvest on time. Every time a sprayer is repaired, they’re protecting a crop. And every time a student learns a new skill, they’re helping carry agriculture forward.
Our team is woven into the communities we serve. We sponsor local fairs, support FFA chapters, and show up at school events because we care about the next generation. When students join our crews, they’re not only building their own future — they’re helping strengthen the towns and people around them.
Working with you. Driven For you.
At Kibble Equipment, Valley Plains Equipment, and Platte Valley Equipment, we believe our dealerships are more than places to buy equipment. They’re places where you can start a career, find mentors, and grow into work that truly matters.
If you’re a student who enjoys solving problems, working with your hands, and being part of a team that helps neighbors every single day, there’s a spot for you in our shop. Don’t just drive past — stop in, take a look around, and see what your future could be.
👉 Check out our student tech opportunities today and discover how your hometown dealership can be the place where your career begins.
