Big news out of our Kenmare shop—John Beard, longtime Service Technician and familiar face to many of our customers, has been recognized as one of John Deere’s 2024 Top   Divisional Technicians!

This national honor is only awarded to 12 technicians each year as part of John Deere’s Division Champions program. It highlights individuals who go above and beyond in their technical skills, commitment to customer support, and dedication to the John Deere brand. As part of the recognition, John will receive a trophy, a custom jacket, and be featured in the 2024 Technicians of the Year video (see below).

To celebrate this incredible achievement, our team gathered for a special dinner in Lignite to honor John’s hard work and contributions. It was a well-deserved evening recognizing not just his award—but the years of commitment and excellence he brings to Gooseneck Implement and our customers.

We asked John a few questions about the recognition and his journey as a technician, and here’s what he had to say:

Q: How did it feel to find out you were named one of John Deere’s top technicians in the division?
  John: I felt proud of the accomplishment, especially after finding out the number of technicians that were even nominated.

Q: Can you share a memorable moment or challenge from the past year that helped you grow as a technician?
  John: Every day is a challenge, but learning the new technology and the direction John Deere is going has helped me grow as a technician.

Q: What do you enjoy most about working in the Kenmare shop and serving Gooseneck customers?
  John: I enjoy working with the same technicians after all the years I have worked at the Kenmare shop. I enjoy serving the Gooseneck customers as I grew up in this area and know many of the customers, which makes working with them easier and helps me relate to them about community involvement.

Q: What advice would you give to someone just starting out in the service tech field?
  John: Work hard, keep up on the ever-changing technology, and treat the customers with respect.

Please join us in congratulating John on this incredible accomplishment! His dedication, steady leadership, and strong ties to the community make him a vital part of the Gooseneck family—and now, a nationally recognized technician, too.