ThinkBIG Student - Electric Power Generation (Fall 2027)

Thompson Lift Truck; Spanish Fort (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition covered

Books and lab fees covered

Paid internships

Tools and uniforms provided

Job summary

Thompson Tractor in Alabama is offering the ThinkBIG Scholarship Program in Electric Power Generation for Fall 2027. This paid two-year program combines coursework with hands-on internships to earn an Associate's Degree in Applied Diesel Technology.

Participants receive Caterpillar-specific training, supportive tools, uniforms, and full tuition coverage. Graduates have guaranteed employment paths within Thompson Tractor, with opportunities to advance from technician to leadership roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required at start of program.
• Ability to pass drug screen, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Participate in paid internships and classroom sessions as part of the ThinkBIG Scholarship.
• Learn generator operation, engine technology, and transfer switch troubleshooting.
• Complete Caterpillar training and apply skills at Thompson Tractor locations.
• Progress from technician-in-training to higher roles with growth opportunities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Time management

Self motivated

Technical knowledge

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

N/A

Job description

ThinkBIG Student - Electric Power Generation (Fall 2027)

ThinkBIG Scholarship Program – Electric Power Generation (EPG)
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 and Caterpillar-specific training. T he program emphasizes a combination of generator operation, engine technology, and automatic transfer switch troubleshooting and repair.

What’s Included:

• Paid, rotational 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

Eligibility Requirements:

• Age 18+
• High school diploma or equivalent required at the start of the program.
• Ability to pass drug screen, physical, and background check
• Meet SGTC and Thompson Tractor admission requirements
• 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

Skills

Preferred

Self Motivated

Intermediate

Time Management

Intermediate

Verbal Communication

Advanced

Advanced

Technical

Some Knowledge

Mechanical

Some Knowledge

Education

Required

High School or Equivalent or better.

Experience

Preferred

Mechanical/technical aptitude preferred.

No previous work experience required.

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