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Blanchard Machinery · 1 month ago

2026 - ThinkBig Student Technician - Heavy Equipment

Summerville, SC

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad

Blanchard Machinery is the certified Caterpillar dealer for South Carolina, dedicated to fostering the next generation of skilled diesel technicians through its ThinkBIG program. The Think Big Student Technician position offers a blend of classroom learning and hands-on internship experiences, aimed at developing skilled diesel technicians and earning an Associate of Applied Science degree.

Real Estate

Responsibilities

Contributes to a positive work environment and promotes the vision, mission and values of BMC

Completes all job responsibilities in a safe manner, promotes and champions 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

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Caterpillar equipment repairMechanical AptitudeMicrosoft OfficeWritten communicationVerbal communication

Required

High School Diploma or GED required

Must meet FDTC program entrance requirements

Must pass all testing required by Florence Darlington Technical College (one of the three SAT, ACT, Accuplacer) and Blanchard Machinery (Mechanical Aptitude test) to be admitted into the program

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