Technician - Think Big - Macallister : Job Details

ObjectiveThe Caterpillar Think BIG Program is a sponsored education program to grow future Caterpillar Mechanics. The program is provided in partnership with MacAllister Machinery, Owens Community College in Ohio, and Caterpillar Inc. The successful student will complete a 2 year Associate Degreein Caterpillar Dealer Technician/Diesel Technician Program, as well as multiple paid internships, ultimately graduating with little to no debt depending on grades attained.ResponsibilitiesAs a Think BIG student, you will:* Spend 8 weeks in school, learning theory and taking hands on courses in becoming a Caterpillar Dealership Technician* Spend the next 8 weeks at your local Caterpillar Dealer, doing a paid internship, putting theory that you've learned to real world situations* Overall the course will take 2 years to completeThe course will take you through a variety of different tasks, including but not limited to:* Electronics* Diagnostics* Engines and Transmissions* Hydraulics* General Education, such as Mathematics, that supports the programThe program will reimburse you for your per semester schooling cost, depending on your grades throughout that semester. A student who takes the program seriously and makes an effort to succeed in both school and at the work place will be ultimately rewarded with:* An Associate Degree in Diesel Technology* No Student Debts* A successful career as a Caterpillar Dealer TechnicianFor more detailed information visit:MacAllister Think Big Website: Think Big Website: Community College: order to qualify for the Think BIG Program:* Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher* Must have a high school diploma or equivalentAs part of the application process you must:* Complete this online application* Send a Portfolio to [email protected] that includes:* 300 Word statement of career goals* Three (3) Reference Letters from Teachers, Counselors, or former employers* Clear record of your attendance in your final year of school* Results from Accuplacer Test or ACT (Accuplacer can be administered through Community Colleges, ACT information can be found here)* Complete a Mechanical Aptitude Test (MacAllister will administer this test)Deadline for Portfolio Submissions are February 2025.MacAllister Machinery is excited to embark on a journey to build your career as a Caterpillar Dealer Technician!The duties and responsibilities described here are not a comprehensive list, and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.MacAllister Machinery Co Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)