CLAAS Technician Certification Information
1. Start with the CLAAS Careers Page (Easiest Entry Point)
- Go to: https://www.claas.com/en-us/careers
- This page lists all US opportunities, including apprenticeships and technician roles that lead to certification. Look for "Technician" or "Apprentice" jobs in Omaha or dealer locations.
- How to Contact: Scroll to the bottom and click "Contact Us" or use the form. Or email careers@claas.com (listed on the page for inquiries). Mention "CLAAS Academy Technician Training" in the subject line.
- Example Message: "I'm a student interested in the CLAAS Technician Certification through the Academy. How can I apply for apprenticeships or partnerships with technical schools?"
- Why this works: CLAAS uses this for recruiting "developing youth talent," including high school/college students exploring ag mechanics careers.
2. Apply Through the Nebraska Developing Youth Talent Initiative (For Students)
- CLAAS partners with this program to introduce younger students to training. It's a gateway to the Academy's certification tracks.
- Go to: https://www.nebdevelopingyouthtalent.org/ (or search "Nebraska Developing Youth Talent Initiative CLAAS").
- How to Contact: Submit the online interest form or email info@nebdevelopingyouthtalent.org. Specify interest in CLAAS Academy technician apprenticeships.
- This leads to paid internships/apprenticeships (100% tuition/books covered) that include hands-on maintenance training and certification.
3. Reach Out to the CLAAS Service Department (For Dealer-Based Training)
- For the dealership-based certification, students often start by contacting a local CLAAS dealer (CLAAS routes inquiries to them for hiring/training).
- Go to the Dealer Locator: https://www.claas.com/en-us/dealer-locator
- Pick a dealer near you (e.g., in NE or IA for Ag Tech focus), then call or email their service manager.
- General Service Contact: service@claas.com or call 402-218-2300 (Omaha HQ service line).
- Example: "I'm a student seeking CLAAS Technician Certification. Can you connect me with the Academy for apprenticeship opportunities?"
- Dealers sponsor students for Academy training once hired as junior technicians.
Disclaimer: "This is an unofficial guide to CLAAS Technician Certification. For official info, visit claas.com. All links and contacts are public as of November 2025.