ThinkBig Student Technician - Heavy Equipment
Company: Blanchard Machinery Company
Location: West Columbia
Posted on: October 12, 2024
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Job Description:
ThinkBig Student Technician - Heavy Equipment
Job Locations
US-SC-West Columbia
ID
2024-2803
# of Openings
1
Type
Part-Time
Overview
Blanchard Machinery Company, the certified Caterpillar dealer for
South Carolina, has been at the forefront of providing top-notch
equipment solutions. We pride ourselves on our commitment to
excellence and our dedication to fostering the next generation of
skilled diesel technicians. Our ThinkBIG program is tailored to
introduce and train passionate individuals in the world of
Caterpillar diesel technology. The Think Big Student Technician is
a unique opportunity for individuals wanting to start a career as a
Heavy Equipment Technician with Blanchard Machinery. We are looking
for potential Student Technicians for the Fall 2025 semester. The
application submission process will close on January 31, 2025.
Interviews will be scheduled from February to March 2025, with
offers extended between April 15 and April 22, 2025. Blanchard
Machinery Vision: Build, Power, and Shape a better
tomorrow.Blanchard Machinery Mission: BMC is a values driven
business bringing the best talent, solutions, and products to every
experience. We are your dependable partner committed to the safety
and success of our people, partner, and communities. Blanchard
Machinery Values: Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Communication,
and Collaboration
Responsibilities
Program Overview: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 Florence Darlington Technical College (FDTC)
and hands-on internship experiences at Blanchard Machinery. Program
Structure:Duration: Two yearsAcademic Learning: Half of each
semester spent at FDTC, 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. Key Responsibilities:Attend technical and
general education courses at FDTC.Apply learned content in a
real-world setting during the paid internship at Blanchard
Machinery.Diagnose and repair Caterpillar equipment.Engage in both
academic and practical assessments to demonstrate skill
development.Performance Expectations:Successful completion of
technical and general education courses at FDTC.Effective
application of learned skills during the internship.Achievement of
an Associate of Applied Science degree upon program
completion.Adherence to all program requirements and standards set
by Blanchard Machinery and FDTC.Benefits and Compensation:Earn an
Associate of Applied Science degree.Gain one year of Caterpillar
dealer experience.Receive a year's wages during the sponsored
internship.Become a member of the worldwide Caterpillar family with
potential opportunities for advancement.Challenges and
Opportunities:The program demands a commitment to both academic and
practical learning, requiring effective time management and
dedication.Graduates will be highly skilled and in-demand,
presenting opportunities for career advancement within the
Caterpillar dealer network. To learn more go to:
https://blanchardmachinery.com/about/careers/think-bigTo apply to
the prgram at Florence Darlington Technical College go to:FDTC -
Diesel Technology - Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician Program
Degree
Qualifications
Qualifications:High school diploma or GED required.Meets all
student acceptance requirements for Florence Darlington Technical
College.Must pass all testing required by Florence Darlington
Technical College (one of the three: SAT, ACT, Accuplacer) and
Blanchard Machinery (DAT Mechanical Aptitude test) to be admitted
into the program.Must interview and secure sponsorship by a local
branch.Must pass background check and drug screen.Mechanical
background is preferred.
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