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Service Department Intern

Star Sanitation
Salinas, CA Intern
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/6/2026

SUMMARY: The Service Department Intern will assist with daily business activities while gaining hands-on experience in parts inventory, customer service, ride-a longs, marketing, and basic equipment preparation and maintenance. This internship is designed to introduce students to the agricultural and heavy equipment industry through real-world learning opportunities in both office and shop environments.

 The intern will work alongside experienced team members to support daily operations, observe field and branch activities through supervised ride-a longs, assist with equipment readiness, and develop professional workplace skills in a structured and supervised environment at the assigned branch location.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations:

  • Assist with cleaning, organizing, and preparing tractors and equipment for rental.
  • Support basic shop and maintenance activities under staff supervision.
  • Help organize, stock, and track parts inventory and supplies.
  • Assist with marketing activities, including social media content, equipment photos, and promotional materials.
  • Greet customers and provide general office and customer service support.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the shop, office, and yard areas.
  • Follow all company safety procedures and workplace guidelines.
  • Complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Work collaboratively with mechanics, office staff, and management.
  • Perform general operational support duties as needed.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

 

General Requirements:

  • Ability to speak, read, and write English.
  • Strong willingness to learn and follow directions.
  • Positive attitude, dependable, and punctual.
  • Ability to work well independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Basic computer knowledge and familiarity with social media platforms preferred.
  • Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality in the workplace.
Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience: 

  • Currently enrolled in high school.
  • Must be at least 16 years of age.
  • Interest in agriculture, equipment, mechanics, marketing, or business operations preferred.
  • Must provide and maintain a valid school work permit.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The working conditions described below are representative of those an intern may encounter while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform these functions.

  • Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
  • Ability to perform light physical activities, including lifting, bending, walking, and standing for extended periods of time.

Must comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and workplace guidelines at all times.

Salary : $17 - $17

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