The Think Big Student Technician position, based on Blanchard Machinery's ThinkBIG Program, is designed to foster the development of skilled diesel technicians through a blend of classroom learning at South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) and hands-on internship experiences at Blanchard Machinery.
Program Structure:
Duration: Two years (Beginning Fall 2025)
Academic Learning: Half of each semester spent at SGTC, facilitating technical and general education courses.
Paid Internship: Remaining time spent working at a sponsoring dealer, applying learned content in a real-world setting.
Outcome: Earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, one year of Caterpillar dealer experience, and a year’s wages from the sponsored internship.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Contributes to a positive work environment and promotes the vision, mission and values of BMC.
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Completes all job responsibilities in a safe manner, promotes and champions a safe and healthy work environment.
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Attend technical and general education courses at SGTC.
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Apply learned content in a real-world setting during the paid internship at Blanchard Machinery.
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Diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment and engines.
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Engage in both academic and practical assessments to demonstrate skill development.
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Performs other duties as assigned
Performance Expectations:
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Successful completion of technical and general education courses at SGTC.
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Effective application of learned skills during the internship.
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Achievement of an Associate of Applied Science degree upon program completion.
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Adherence to all program requirements and standards set by Blanchard Machinery and SGTC.
Benefits and Compensation:
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Earn an Associate of Applied Science degree.
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Gain Caterpillar dealer experience.
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Paid internship hours.
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Become a member of the worldwide Caterpillar family with potential opportunities for advancement.
Challenges and Opportunities:
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The program demands a commitment to both academic and practical learning, requiring effective time management and dedication.
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Graduates will be highly skilled and in-demand, presenting opportunities for career advancement within the Caterpillar dealer network.
Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or GED required.
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Must meet SGTC program entrance requirements.
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Must pass all testing required by SGTC (one of the three: SAT, ACT, Accuplacer) and Blanchard Machinery (Mechanical Aptitude test) to be admitted into the program.
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Experience in agriculture, electrical, or another mechanical field preferred.
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Microsoft office experience preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Must interview and secure sponsorship by a local branch.
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Must be able to pass background check and drug screen.
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Must meet company driving policy requirements.
Working Conditions:
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The physical environment requires the employee to work primarily inside throughout the day, however this position may also require working in non-climate-controlled environments as well as outdoors.
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Position requires employees to be physically present at designated worksite locations.
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Requires standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, lifting.
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Seeing, reading, and writing to complete job responsibilities.
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Use of computers and other forms of technology to complete job responsibilities.
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Travel to school for class and designated branch for internship hours.
To learn more go to: https://blanchardmachinery.com/about/careers/think-big
To apply to the prgram at South Georgia Technical College go to:
Electrical Power Generation Dealer Service Technology - SGTC (southgatech.edu)
