Industrial maintenance schools in Waukegan, IL

6 schools within 30 miles of Waukegan, IL offer industrial maintenance & mechatronics programs, and the closest is College of Lake County in Grayslake, 7 miles away. Industrial maintenance technicians in Illinois earn a median $76,200 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
6
Closest
7 mi
Public colleges
5
Median pay in IL
$76,200

6 industrial maintenance & mechatronics schools within 30 mi of Waukegan, IL

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  1. College of Lake County

    Grayslake, IL · 7.3 mi · Public

    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +21

  2. Gateway Technical College

    Kenosha, WI · 16 mi · Public

    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +30

  3. Chicago Professional Center

    Prospect Heights, IL · 18 mi · Private

    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • HVAC technician

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  5. Oakton College

    Des Plaines, IL · 21 mi · Public

    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +14

  6. William Rainey Harper College

    Palatine, IL · 22 mi · Public

    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +20

  7. McHenry County College

    Crystal Lake, IL · 27 mi · Public

    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +13

What industrial maintenance technicians earn in Illinois

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

Industrial maintenance technician salary in IllinoisHow to become an industrial maintenance technician

Median pay
$76,200
$36.63 an hour
Typical range
$49,230–$102,590
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in IL
12,100
Job growth, 2025–35
+17.8%
44,400 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 industrial maintenance & mechatronics schools to Waukegan?

The closest are College of Lake County (Grayslake, 7 mi), Gateway Technical College (Kenosha, 16 mi), and Chicago Professional Center (Prospect Heights, 18 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach industrial maintenance & mechatronics.

How much do industrial maintenance & mechatronics programs near Waukegan cost?

For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $5,183 to $12,928. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do industrial maintenance technicians make near Waukegan?

Across Illinois, the median pay is $76,200 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a industrial maintenance & mechatronics school in Waukegan?

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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