Butler Machinery ยท 2 days ago
2026 ThinkBIG - SD College Diesel Technology Program- Rapid City
Rapid City, SD
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$32.73/hr - $32.73/hr
Start in 2026Butler Machinery is seeking future Caterpillar Diesel Technicians through their ThinkBIG program. This program offers a combination of classroom education and paid internships, leading to an Associate of Applied Science degree in Diesel Technology and potential full-time employment at Butler Machinery dealerships.
AgricultureMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingRentalRetailService Industry
No H1B
Responsibilities
Maintains a minimum grade point average of 3.0 while in the program
Work the minimum number of internship hours required by the program. (1,280)
Prepared and on time and for work and school
Proactively maintains a safe and clean work environment
Work independently as well as part of a team
Tuition, books, housing, tools and fees not covered by scholarship
Secure housing arrangements at the school as well as the internship location
Committed to lifelong learning and training to stay ahead of industry standards
Must be able to lift up to 70 lbs
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school applicants must be a junior or senior to apply
A High School diploma or GED required at the program start
Must be age 18 by the first internship
Application must be submitted electronically through our website
Accepted by Lake Area Technical College by its deadline
Applied knowledge of basic mechanical theory
Effective oral and written communication skills
Proficient computer technology skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to meet and maintain insurability standards to drive a company vehicle
Must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to learn new skills quickly
Benefits
Scholarship opportunity
Paid internships
Benefits
Continued education
Potential for career advancement
Company
Butler Machinery
Butler Machinery provides solutions in agricultural equipment, construction machineries, trailers, power systems, and light towers.
Founded in 1955
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Travis Solberg
Chief Financial Officer
Amanda Burleson, SHRM-CP
Human Resources Business Partner
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