Auto mechanic schools in Joliet, IL

7 schools within 30 miles of Joliet, IL offer automotive technician programs, and one is in Joliet itself. Auto mechanics in Illinois earn a median $49,170 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
7
Closest
2 mi
Public colleges
6
Median pay in IL
$49,170

7 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Joliet, IL

School results

  1. Joliet Junior College

    Joliet, IL · 2.0 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  2. Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc

    Lisle, IL · 20 mi · Private

    • Automotive technician
    • Welding
    • Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
    • +1

  3. Moraine Valley Community College

    Palos Hills, IL · 20 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

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  5. College of DuPage

    Glen Ellyn, IL · 23 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +23

  6. Waubonsee Community College

    Sugar Grove, IL · 25 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13

  7. Prairie State College

    Chicago Heights, IL · 26 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +12

  8. Morton College

    Cicero, IL · 29 mi · Public

    • Automotive technician
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +8

What auto mechanics earn in Illinois

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Auto mechanic salary in IllinoisHow to become an auto mechanic

Median pay
$49,170
$23.64 an hour
Typical range
$34,190–$91,200
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
29,510
Job growth, 2025–35
+5%
66,200 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest automotive technician schools to Joliet?

The closest are Joliet Junior College (Joliet, 2 mi), Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc (Lisle, 20 mi), and Moraine Valley Community College (Palos Hills, 20 mi). In total, 7 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.

How much do automotive technician programs near Joliet cost?

For the 7 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $1,672 to $27,060. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do auto mechanics make near Joliet?

Across Illinois, the median pay is $49,170 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a automotive technician school in Joliet?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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