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BIG Scholarship Program – Heavy Equipment Service Technology. Thompson Tractor partners with South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) to offer the Caterpillar Think

BIG Scholarship Program—a paid, two-year education and hands-on training pathway at our Mobile branch, then transition into a full-time technician career.

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

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

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

Graduates begin their career with Thompson Tractor, with growth opportunities ranging from shop or field technician to leadership and management roles.

After you are enrolled into the program, Thompson covers the cost of tuition, books, lab fees and graduation fees for the full two years of the course of study. The cost of room and board, deposits, as well as personal transportation will be yours to pay. However, during your paid internships you should earn enough money to cover these expenses.