If you’re looking for a solid, lifelong career with a great paycheck and opportunities for continual learning, Yancey has many career training and leadership programs that will give you exactly what you’re looking for!
If you answered yes, then Yancey Bros. Co. has a Technician Boot Camp program that will give you exactly what you’re looking for!
Yancey’s Technician Boot Camp is an accelerated four to six month program, working with an intact team of four total trainees with one instructor/lead man.
The program will build your technical confidence through a comprehensive program of academic and hands on training. You will gain a solid understanding of the fundamentals of how things work, processes and procedures and safety requirements. A comprehensive tool set / tool box will be provided for use during the apprenticeship. Upon successful completion of the program, and two additional years of employment as a technician, the tools and tool box become yours!
You may have experience from high school automotive classes, military training, college or trade school diesel technician classes or you may have the mechanical aptitude and great work ethic that is required. All candidates that have mechanical aptitude, a great work ethic and team mentality are welcome to apply! No previous industry experience is required.
Once you are accepted into the Boot Camp program, you become a full time employee and will earn a base wage of $16.50 per hour and be eligible to receive full time employee benefits.
Have you graduated high school, like fixing things, and haven’t found your dream career yet?
The Caterpillar ThinkBIG program is a 2-year program that teaches you how to service Cat equipment using cutting-edge diagnostic and maintenance systems, advanced technologies, and high-tech tools. ThinkBIG combines classroom work with hands-on learning in the field and in state-of-the-art labs, so students see technologies in real-world applications—solving problems and helping Caterpillar customers get their jobs done.
Heavy Equipment is a two-year specialized program for those technically minded, hands-on individuals with a desire to start a career as heavy equipment technician at Yancey Bros. Co. – The Nation’s Oldest Caterpillar Dealership.
ThinkBIG students alternate every eight weeks between South Georgia Technical College and their sponsoring Yancey Bros. Co. branch, where they put their learning into practice in paid internships. Students learn how to work with Diesel, Electronics, and Hydraulics in the classroom and then get the opportunity to put those new found skills to work in a real working environment.
Upon graduating, students earn an Associate Degree in Applied Technology, have two years of experience with Yancey Bros. Co. and could have the opportunity to immediately transfer over as a full-time employee, working in the field of their dreams.
If you’ve got what it takes, you’ll have opportunities to advance into new jobs at Yancey, including more advanced technician jobs, management or sales positions. Your skills will always be in demand industry-wide thanks to the continuous on-the-job training we provide, Caterpillar’s technology advantage, and Yancey’s reputation for service excellence.
The heavy equipment industry pays great, and Yancey leads the way in offering competitive salaries and opportunities for career advancement. Additionally, we offer our employees a robust benefits package including, technician tool allowances, bonus opportunities, paid vacation time, flexible hours, retirement plans and much more!
Power Generation is a two-year specialized program for those technically and electronically minded, hands-on individuals with a desire to start a career as Power Generation technician at Yancey Bros. Co. – The Nation’s Oldest Caterpillar Dealership.
ThinkBIG students alternate every eight weeks between South Georgia Technical College and their sponsoring Yancey Bros. Co. branch, where they put their learning into practice in paid internships. Students learn how to work with Diesel, Electronics and Power Generation in the classroom and then get the opportunity to put those new found skills to work in a real working environment.
Upon graduating, students earn an Associate Degree in Applied Technology, have two years of experience with Yancey and could have the opportunity to immediately transfer over as a full-time employee, working in the field of their dreams.
A career as a Yancey Bros. Co. Service Technician means no two days will ever be the same. You’ll solve big problems, using advanced technologies to service and repair machines and engines, and interface with customers in more than ten different industries. You’ll become a highly specialized expert skilled in electronically controlled engines, satellite-based navigation systems, sophisticated computer-based diagnostics, state-of-the-art hydraulics, transmissions and more
If you’ve got what it takes, you’ll have opportunities to advance into new jobs at Yancey Bros. Co., including more advanced technician jobs, management or sales positions. Your skills will always be in demand industry-wide thanks to the continuous on-the-job training we provide, Caterpillar’s technology advantage, and Yancey’s reputation for service excellence.
The heavy equipment industry pays great, and Yancey Bros. Co. leads the way in offering competitive salaries and opportunities for career advancement. Additionally, we offer our employees a robust benefits package including, technician tool allowances, bonus opportunities, paid vacation time, flexible hours, retirement plans and much more!
A successful candidate would have the following attributes:
The desire or skill to work with mechanical concepts and enjoy “hands-on” challenging work in a fast paced work environment.
Good work habits – achieving acceptable grades and attendance in High School.
Have a good moral foundation.
A typical candidate may have completed “mechanical skill based” classes such as Automotive while in High School, and would have had extra-curricular activities such as sports, clubs, working on cars/trucks/ATV’s/motorcycles or a part-time job. Typical candidates would have experience working with hand tools and would know that they enjoy working with their hands and taking apart and properly putting things back together.
To be considered for the program, each candidate will go through a face to face interview, complete job specific testing and be given a tour of our Yancey Bros. Co. facility.
The Think BIG program has a limited number of spots each year and therefore students must gain a ‘sponsorship’ from one of the participating Caterpillar Dealers to attend. We will notify the candidates of our final choices prior to the school year starting in August.
Along with being chosen to represent Yancey as a student in the program, you will also be required to meet the qualifications and be accepted into the South Georgia Technical College program.
Payment for the college courses will be the sole responsibility of the student. The program does qualify for the HOPE Grant.
Do you enjoy working with your hands and have a knack for fixing things?
If you answered yes, Yancey’s technician trainee program can be the education you need to start your career.
All entry-level Trainees earn a base wage of $16.50 per hour. Additional experience and skills may warrant a higher base wage. You will gain a solid understanding of the fundamentals, of how things work and begin to create an understanding of logical troubleshooting and the methodology of performing timely and correct repairs. The program will build your technical confidence through a comprehensive program of hands-on and academic orientated training, combined with real-time assessments in the actual shop and work settings. This will provide experience, while you work.
You may have experience from high school automotive classes, military training, college or trade school diesel technician classes or you may just have the mechanical aptitude and great work ethic that is required. All candidates that have mechanical aptitude and a great work ethic and team mentality are welcome to apply! No previous industry experience is required.
Once you are accepted into the Trainee program, you become a full time employee and will earn a base wage of $16.50 per hour and be eligible to receive full- time employee benefits.
On the job, paid training for current and recently transitioned/transitioning military personnel.
The Military Transition Technician Program (MTTP) is designed to create a career path for former, current, and recently transitioned military personnel. The MTTP provides a structured learning program that builds the skill sets needed to become a Yancey Technician and starts a meaningful career in the Heavy Equipment Service Industry.
6 months total (4 months taught by a former military instructor & personnel and 3 months mentored on-the-job training
Tools and toolbox (valued at over $8,000) will be provided during training; yours to keep after completion of the program.
Macon, Gwinnett, Savannah, and Austell, Ga.
Housing will be provided in Austell, GA as needed, for those outside of commuting distance (50 miles).
The starting pay is $23/hr with the opportunity to earn performance bonuses once completing the program.
This program qualifies for the DOD Skillbridge military program and may qualify for the GI Bill.
The Technician Apprenticeship is a one-year program that combines practical on-the-job experience with classroom instruction. Upon successfully finishing the program, you will receive a Diesel Technology certification from Chattahoochee Technical College. The program comprises five classes and includes 2,000 hours of hands-on mentorship in our workshop. It’s important to note that this apprenticeship is officially approved by the Georgia Department of Labor.
1 year
Tools and toolbox (valued at over $8,000) will be provided during training; yours to keep after completion of the program.
The Technician Apprenticeship program can be completed at any of our locations in Georgia. Find a location near you – www.yanceybros.com/locations/
The initial hourly wage is $18. After six months, it goes up to $20 per hour, and upon completion of the program, it further increases to $22 per hour.
The classes include electrical, hydraulic, engine, PM, and A/C which totals 144 hours of classroom training.
The Sales and Leadership Training (SaLT) Program at Yancey Brothers Co. is a dynamic, full-time opportunity designed to prepare you for a successful future in our organization. Offered twice a year with flexible start dates, this 12-week, rotation-based training program is ideal for motivated individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and lead.
As a Sales and Leadership Trainee, you’ll gain hands-on experience across our business divisions through a structured blend of in-person and computer-based training focused on sales and leadership fundamentals. Throughout the program, you’ll participate in job shadowing, on-the-job learning, and rotational assignments that expose you to multiple departments and functions within the company. You’ll also attend interactive classroom sessions and engage in leadership development activities that strengthen your skills and broaden your understanding of our organization.
From day one, you’ll be assigned a “home base assignment” where you’ll begin to build specific job skills while immersing yourself in Yancey’s culture and core values. You’ll have the opportunity to connect with team members at all levels of the company, gaining insight into their roles and responsibilities as you explore different areas of the business.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will transition full-time into your home base assignment, officially becoming a SaLT Alumni. This entry-level position is designed to be the launchpad for a long and rewarding career at Yancey Brothers.
The Sales and Leadership Training (SaLT) Program at Yancey Bros. Co. is a 12-week, full-time rotational training experience designed to develop future leaders in sales and operations. Through hands-on learning, department rotations, mentorship, and leadership development, participants gain the skills and knowledge needed to launch a successful career with one of Georgia’s most respected companies.
Unlike traditional entry-level roles, the SaLT Program offers a fast-tracked, hands-on path to leadership through structured rotations, personalized mentorship, and real-world sales experience. Trainees get direct exposure to multiple departments, build meaningful relationships across the company, and start making an impact from day one, all while preparing for long-term career growth within Yancey Bros. Co.
If you’re looking to jumpstart a meaningful career, not just land a job, the SaLT Program gives you the tools, exposure, and support to do just that. You’ll build real-world sales and leadership skills, learn from experienced mentors, and gain a deep understanding of how a successful business operates. Plus, you’ll join a company with over a century of history and a clear path for growth. It’s more than a training program—it’s a launchpad for your future.
You’re driven, curious, and ready to lead. You’ve got a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a passion for helping others. Whether your experience comes from school, work, or volunteer roles, you’ve shown initiative, worked well on a team, and know how to communicate effectively. If you’re looking for more than just a job and want to grow into a leader who makes an impact then this program is built for you.
