ThinkBIG Dealer Technician Co-op - Paid Internship

Boyd Company; Parkersburg (WV); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Boyd Company is offering a two-year associate degree training program aimed at becoming a Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician through the ThinkBIG Dealer Technician Training Program.

Selected candidates participate in classroom instruction at Illinois Central College and paid internships at a Boyd location, gaining hands-on experience with engine fundamentals, hydraulics, fuel systems, and more.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate (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 English (spoken and written).
• Ability to operate a PC (Windows, Excel, Word).
• Must maintain high integrity and accountability standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs various mechanical functions under supervision to make repairs or rebuild components using appropriate tooling.
• Operates construction machinery to move in and out of shop service bays and test for 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 orderly while following all safety rules and procedures.
• Ensure accuracy of work orders by charging parts and labor to proper work order segment.
• Lifts parts and equipment components weighing up to 70 pounds when assisting mechanics.
• Follow all work, safety rules and procedures.
• Perform other duties as necessary and assigned.

Skills

High school diploma

English communication

PC basics (Windows, Excel, Word)

Drug screen & background check

Pre-enrollment testing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

Job description

Boyd Company is offering a two-year associate degree training program aimed at becoming a Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician through the ThinkBIG Dealer Technician Training Program.

Selected candidates participate in classroom instruction at Illinois Central College and paid internships at a Boyd location, gaining hands-on experience with engine fundamentals, hydraulics, fuel systems, and more.