Dealer Service Technology - ThinkBIG
Rock Creek Bldg 2, Rm 105 | 971-722-7246
This program is a partnership between Portland Community College and the partnering CAT dealerships in the Northwest. It is an industry specific two-year associates degree program with required on-the-job training/internships at your sponsoring Caterpillar dealership. It is designed to prepare individuals to become qualified Caterpillar service technicians.
Students will learn how to work on many types of Caterpillar equipment including agricultural, construction, forestry, and earthmoving equipment. The Dealer Service Technology Program combines technical and academic education with real world experience through paid on -the-job training.
Two year Degree
During the 24 month program, students will learn about engine fundamentals, machine hydraulics, fuel systems, electrical systems, transmissions and torque converters, undercarriage, final drives and more. During the paid on-the-job/internships at the sponsoring Caterpillar dealership, students will have the opportunity to experience future careers firsthand through on-the-job training. On completion of the program, students will earn an Associated Degree of Applied Science from Portland Community College.
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Dealership Locations
Participating dealers are located across the northwest with services in Alaska, Idaho, Montana, North Dakota, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming. View the extended map of all locations for further details.
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Anchorage, AK – NC Machinery | contact: Kay Siira, 1-800-433-9120
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Billings, MT – Tractor and Equipment Co. | contact: Geri Kinsfather, 406-651-8312 or Mobile 406-670-2150.
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Boise, ID – Western States Machinery | contact: Cameron Pickett, 208-884-2233
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Eugene and Portland, OR – Peterson Machinery Co. | contact: Mace Gjerman, 541-302-9199
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Seattle, WA – NC Machinery | contact: Misti Wall, 1-800-562-4735
What's Next?
- Apply for admission to PCC.
- Create a MyPCC account.
- Take the college placement test.
- ThinkBIG Students must meet minimum entry requirements of placement into MTH 60, WR 115, RD 115 to continue program entry.
- Gratia Minor, Learning Skills Specialist/Academic Advisor
- Fax: 971-722-7887
- Please include your G number.
- Take the online orientation.
- Complete the ThinkBIG program application.