ThinkBig Student Technician - Heavy Equipment

2026 - Think Big Student Technician - Heavy Equipment

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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 2026 semester.

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 Think

BIG program is tailored to introduce and train passionate individuals in the world of Caterpillar diesel technology.

• The Think Big Student Technician position, based on Blanchard Machinery's Think
  
  BIG 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.

• Duration:
  Two years (Beginning Fall 2026).
• Academic 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.

• Contribute to a positive work environment and promote the vision, mission and values of BMC.
• Complete all job responsibilities in a safe manner, promote and champion a safe and healthy work environment.
• 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 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.

• Earn an Associate of Applied Science degree.
• Gain Caterpillar dealer experience.
• Paid internship hours.
• Become a member of the worldwide Caterpillar family with potential opportunities for advancement.

• 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.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must meet FDTC program entrance requirements.
• Must pass all testing required by Florence Darlington Technical College (SAT, ACT, Accuplacer) and Blanchard Machinery (Mechanical Aptitude test) to be admitted into the program.
• Experience in agriculture, heavy equipment, or another mechanical field preferred.
• Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must interview and secure sponsorship by a local branch.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screen.
• Must meet company driving policy requirements.

• The physical environment requires the employee to work primarily indoors throughout the day, however this position may also require working in non‑climate‑controlled environments and outdoors.
• Position requires employees to be physically present at designated worksite locations.
• Requires standing, stooping, squatting, pushing, pulling, twisting, turning, lifting.
• Seeing, reading, and writing to complete job responsibilities.
• Use of computers and other forms of technology to complete job responsibilities.
• Travel to school for class and designated branch for internship hours.

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Seniority level:
Internship

Employment type:

Part-time

Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology

Industry: Machinery Manufacturing