AUTOMOTIVE • DIESEL/TRUCK • EQUIPMENT
TECHNICIAN TRAINING
Are you serious about a career as a Local 701 automotive or diesel technician? The Mechanics’ Local 701 Training Fund provides training to those seeking an education that can pave the way into a successful career in our industry. Our training is led by manufacturer trained, ASE Master Certified Instructors with decades of real world field experience and teaching experience who are dedicated to helping you achieve success. Want to see more? Check us out on facebook
Recieve training without the substantial debt typically associated with similar programs
One day per week on campus
Automotive Technology Program can be completed in just under 2.5 years
Diesel Power & Equipment Program can be completed in just under 2 years
Employment at Local 701 shops and dealerships provides great pay and benefits for Union technicians
Training applications for the September 2026 start are now being accepted. Apply today!
If you have any further questions, please call us at 630-216-9853 during our normal business hours of 7am-3pm, Monday-Friday
Our training programs are intended specifically for those individuals seeking a successful career as an automotive or heavy truck/equipment union technician. The Automotive Technology Training and Diesel Power Training Programs follow ASE Education Foundation guidelines with major industry training resources and ASE certified Instructors with real world experience. Students attend one day per week on campus for Instructor-led classroom and hands on lab instruction which provides the skills needed to advance in a career in the automotive or diesel and equipment industry.
AUTOMOTIVE
DIESEL/TRUCK
EQUIPMENT
TECHNICIAN TRAINING
Are you serious about a career as a Local 701 automotive or diesel technician? The Mechanics’ Local 701 Training Fund provides training to those seeking an education that can pave the way into a successful career in our industry. Our training is led by manufacturer trained, ASE Master Certified Instructors with decades of real world field experience and teaching experience who are dedicated to helping you achieve success. Want to see more? Check us out on facebook
Recieve training without the substantial debt typically associated with similar programs
One day per week on campus
Automotive Technology Program can be completed in just under 2.5 years
Diesel Power & Equipment Program can be completed in just under 2 years
Employment at Local 701 shops and dealerships provides great pay and benefits for Union technicians
Training applications for the September 2026 start are now being accepted. Apply today!
If you have any further questions, please call us at 630-216-9853 during our normal business hours of 7am-3pm, Monday-Friday
Thank you
Our training programs are intended specifically for those individuals seeking a successful career as an automotive or heavy truck/equipment union technician. The Automotive Technology Training and Diesel Power Training Programs follow ASE Education Foundation guidelines with major industry training resources and ASE certified Instructors with real world experience. Students attend one day per week on campus for Instructor-led classroom and hands on lab instruction.
Mechanics’ Local 701 Training Fund
Mission Statement
Mission Statement
The Fund will provide the highest quality education and training to up-and-coming mechanics. The Fund will develop and maintain state-of-the-art industry educational programs that will ensure students and employees have the requisite knowledge and skills to repair vehicles and equipment throughout the industries supporting the Fund.
Contact Information
2650 N. Farnsworth Ave, Aurora, Illinois
630-216-9853
Main Directory
630-216-9853
630-216-9853
Training Director
Jerry Eckert
Jerry Eckert
Administrative Assistant
Brianna Larson
Brianna Larson
Instructors
Jerry Eckert
Jim Mellenthin
Geoff Oneida
Jon Thompson
Jerry Eckert
Jim Mellenthin
Geoff Oneida
Jon Thompson