Mechanics' Local 701 Training Fund Training Program Applications Are Now Open

Applications are now open for Automotive Technology program and the Diesel Power program. The next start date will be April 2026.

Questions? Please Call Us At:

630-216-9853

How it works

Prior to completion of this form, please note that applicants can apply at 17 years of age, but must be 18 years of age by March 1st, 2026.
Please keep in mind that our training program is intended for individuals that will have the availability to gain the required full time employment in an IAM Local 701 shop/dealership while enrolled in our program. By completing this application, you are acknowledging that you have read and fully understand the Mechanics' Local 701 Training Fund Acceptance Policy & Procedures. Enrollment in the program does not guarantee employment.
Complete the following application in its entirety (we are only accepting on-line applications at this time)
Pay a non-refundable application fee of $75 at the end of this session
We will contact you within 3 business days via phone call with further instructions- the Training Fund does not communicate via text messaging and will primarily contact through email. An active email address that is accessed on a daily basis for communication is a requirement for the program.
If you are a current Local 701 member in good standing at the time of your initial application, please be prepared to provide your book number in this application. If you do not know your book number, you may call the IAM Mechanics' Local 701 Union Hall to obtain the necessary information at (708) 482-1720. If confirmed, you may be eligible for an application reimbursement after processing and successful completion of your first course.

Contact Information

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Which program are you interested in applying for?

Automotive Technology (2.5 year length, one day per week)

Diesel Power (2 year length, one day per week)

Education

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Driver License Number

Birth Date

Military Branch of Service (*If applicable)

Driver License Issuing State

Years of Military Service (*If applicable)

I certify all the information submitted on this application is true and complete. I understand the discovery of false, misleading, omitted or misrepresented information may cause the rejection of my application or my termination from Mechanics Local 701 Training Fund programs.

I expressly authorize the Mechanics' Local 701 Training Fund, its representatives, employees or agents to contact and obtain information from all references (personal and professional), employers, public agencies, licensing authorities and educational institutions and to otherwise verify the accuracy of all written and verbal information provided by me in the application process.

I hereby waive any and all rights and claims I may have regarding the employer, its agents, employees or representatives, for seeking, gathering and using truthful and non-defamatory, in a lawful manner, in the employment process and all other persons, corporations or organizations for furnishing such information about me.

I understand my application remains active for 2 years and, at the conclusion of such time, a new admission application will be required. In consideration of my acceptance in the training program, I agree to conform to the published policies and procedures of the Mechanics Local 701 Training Fund.

Application signature (If over 18 years of age)

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Price: $75.00

Application Fee of $75

There will be NO refunds of any fees.