2026 ThinkBIG - SD College Diesel Technology Program- Rapid City

Overview

Butler Machinery Co is looking for future Caterpillar Diesel Technicians. Do you have a passion for construction and mining equipment? Are you a high school student deciding on a college program or are you simply looking for a career change? Do you love working with your hands, have a great attitude, strong work ethic and possess basic mechanical skills? If you answered YES to these questions, please consider applying to the ThinkBIG program.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a minimum grade point average of 3.0 while in the program
• Works 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
• Works 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

Qualifications

• 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