ThinkBIG Student - Earthmoving (Fall 2027)

Thompson Tractor Company, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition covered

Books covered

Lab fees covered

Paid internships

Job summary

Thompson Tractor, in partnership with SGTC, offers the ThinkBIG Scholarship Program. It is a paid, two-year college-level program blending classroom study with hands-on work at our local branches.

Participants earn an Associate's Degree in Applied Diesel Technology while gaining real-world experience through paid internships, Caterpillar training, and diagnostics on heavy equipment, engines, hydraulics, and powertrains.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ at start of the program.
• High school diploma or equivalent required at start.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to pass drug screen, physical and background check.
• Qualifying ACT, SAT or ACCUPLACER scores.
• Meet SGTC and Thompson Tractor admission standards.

Responsibilities

• Complete 2-year paid internship with hands-on training.
• Earn an Associate's Degree in Applied Diesel Technology.
• Gain diagnostics and repair experience on heavy equipment.
• Attend 8-week classroom and lab sessions at SGTC.

Skills

Self Motivated

Time Management

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Technical

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

ThinkBIG Scholarship Program - Earthmoving Heavy Equipment

Thompson Tractor partners with South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) to offer the Caterpillar ThinkBIG Scholarship Program. The ThinkBIG Scholarship is a paid, two-year college-level program that combines courses and hands-on training at one of our localbranches.

Participants earn an Associate's Degree in Applied Diesel Technology while gaining real-world experience through paid internships, Caterpillar-specific training, and advanced diagnostics on heavy equipment. the program emphasizes a combination of machine diagnostics and repair including engines, hydraulics, powertrains, and fuel systems.

What's Included:

• Paid, rotating 8-week internships
• 8-week classroom and lab sessions at SGTC
• Caterpillar-specific technical training
• Tools, toolbox, and uniforms
• Tuition, books, and lab fees covered by Thompson Tractor

Program Focus:

• Heavy equipment engines
• Marine propulsion systems
• Power generator repair

Eligibility Requirements:

• Age 18+
• High school diploma or equivalent required at the start of the program.
• Valid driver's license & clean driving record
• Ability to pass drug screen, physical, and background check
• Meet SGTC and Thompson Tractor admission standards
• Qualifying ACT, SAT, or ACCUPLACER scores

After Graduation:

Upon graduation and successful completion of the program, students are offered guaranteed employment at Thompson Tractor. Graduates begin their career as a technician with Thompson Tractor, with growth opportunities ranging from shop or field technician to leadership and management roles.

Paying for the Program:

After you are accepted and enrolled into the program, Thompson Tractor covers the cost of tuition, books, lab fees and graduation fees for the full two-year course of study. The cost of room and board, deposits, as well as personal transportation will be yours to pay.

Qualifications

Education

High School or Equivalent (required)

Experience

Mechanical/technical aptitude preferred. (preferred)

No previous work experience required. (preferred)

Skills

• Self Motivated (preferred)
• Time Management (preferred)
• Verbal Communication (preferred)
• Written Communication (preferred)
• Technical (preferred)

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