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# ThinkBIG - SD College Diesel Technology Program

- **Company:** Butler Ag
- **Location:** Pierre, SD, United States
- **Salary:** $66,102.0
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** SAP Sales and Distribution, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gjdk9m

## About the Role

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., + 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, + 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

We are looking for ideal candidates who embrace the following values

## Description

+ 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


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