ThinkBIG Dealer Tech Training Co-op

Boyd Company; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internships

Sponsorship for degree

Job summary

Boyd Company participates in the Caterpillar ThinkBIG Dealer Technician Training Program hosted with Illinois Central College. Selected candidates are sponsored for an Associate in Applied Science degree, a two-year program with paid internships at Boyd locations to train as Caterpillar dealer technicians.

Throughout the program, students blend classroom labs with real-world shop experience. They alternate between classes and structured internships in our service facilities, gaining hands-on

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate with a 2.7+ GPA.
• Must be available for standardized pre-enrollment testing.
• Must pass company physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
• Ability to operate a PC (Windows, Excel, Word).
• Must maintain high integrity and accountability standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs various mechanical functions under supervision to repair or rebuild components.
• Operates construction machinery to move in and out of shop bays and test performance.
• Operates material handling equipment as required.
• Reads and comprehends technical data/service manuals and writes legibly.
• Learn to use test equipment and procedures to correctly and safely make repairs.
• Keep work area clean and follow safety rules; charge parts and labor to work orders.
• Lift parts and components up to 70 pounds as needed.
• Follow all safety rules and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma

Pre-enrollment testing

Background check & drug screen

English communication

PC skills (Windows)

Excel

Word

Integrity & accountability

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

Job description

Boyd Company participates in the Caterpillar ThinkBIG Dealer Technician Training Program hosted with Illinois Central College. Selected candidates are sponsored for an Associate in Applied Science degree, a two-year program with paid internships at Boyd locations to train as Caterpillar dealer technicians.

Throughout the program, students blend classroom labs with real-world shop experience. They alternate between classes and structured internships in our service facilities, gaining hands-on