Auto mechanic schools in Orland Park, IL
11 schools within 30 miles of Orland Park, IL offer automotive technician programs, and the closest is Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills, 6 miles away. Auto mechanics in Illinois earn a median $49,170 a year, according to the BLS.
- Within 30 miles
- 11
- Closest
- 6 mi
- Public colleges
- 9
- Median pay in IL
- $49,170
11 automotive technician schools within 30 mi of Orland Park, IL
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Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL · 6.1 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +15
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL · 13 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +12
City Colleges of Chicago - Olive-Harvey College
Chicago, IL · 16 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- CDL & truck driving
- +3
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City Colleges of Chicago - Kennedy-King College
Chicago, IL · 16 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +9
Universal Technical Institute of Illinois Inc
Lisle, IL · 19 mi · Private
- Automotive technician
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +1
Lincoln College of Technology-Melrose Park
Melrose Park, IL · 21 mi · Private
- Automotive technician
- Electrician
- Welding
- +2
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
Chicago, IL · 27 mi · Public
- Automotive technician
- Cosmetology
- IT support & networking
- +3
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 Orland Park?
The closest are Moraine Valley Community College (Palos Hills, 6 mi), Prairie State College (Chicago Heights, 13 mi), and City Colleges of Chicago - Olive-Harvey College (Chicago, 16 mi). In total, 11 schools within 30 miles teach automotive technician.
How much do automotive technician programs near Orland Park cost?
For the 11 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 Orland Park?
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 Orland Park?
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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