ThinkBIG Scholar: Tuition-Covered Heavy Equipment Tech

Thompson Lift Truck; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tools and uniform provided

Tuition and lab fees covered

Caterpillar training

Paid internships

Job summary

The Thompson Tractor ThinkBIG Scholarship Program in Birmingham partners with SGTC to offer a paid two-year college-level apprenticeship. Participants earn an Associate’s Degree in Applied Diesel Technology while gaining real-world experience through internships and Caterpillar-specific training.

Upon graduation, students are offered guaranteed employment at Thompson Tractor, with growth paths from technician to leadership roles within the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required at the start of the program.

Skills

Self Motivated

Time Management

Verbal Communication

Technical

Mechanical

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

The Thompson Tractor ThinkBIG Scholarship Program in Birmingham partners with SGTC to offer a paid two-year college-level apprenticeship. Participants earn an Associate’s Degree in Applied Diesel Technology while gaining real-world experience through internships and Caterpillar-specific training.

Upon graduation, students are offered guaranteed employment at Thompson Tractor, with growth paths from technician to leadership roles within the company.