According to the Federal Occupational Outlook Handbook, 126,000 new automotive technicians will be needed in America. This represents the biggest actual increase of all the technical careers listed and does not even include the jobs that will become available because of retirements and promotions. Automotive technicians are needed everywhere so one can choose where he/she wants to live and work and also command high pay. Earnings locally range from $20,000 to $85,000 annually and are higher in other parts of the country.
Program Information
The JJC Automotive Service Technology Program is recognized as one of the premier automotive training programs in the Midwest. It has been recognized as one of the few certified master automotive training programs by ASE/NATEF and trains students for employment as comprehensive automotive service technicians in dealerships, independent diagnostic and repair shops, in industrial settings, and in governmental agencies. Heavy emphasis is placed on providing training in the newest technology including current electronic control systems. Over 20 percent of automotive technicians are self-employed. JJC has produced many of the finest and most successful technicians in the region since 1970 and continues to provide the type of training most sought after by regional automotive service employers.
The entire program heavily emphasizes the "hands-on" application of technical knowledge and the development of professional skills by including commercial shop experience along with a comprehensive program of subject area specific courses. All skills and competencies mastered are electronically recorded. The documentation is provided to students daily and upon graduation.
All tools and equipment are provided for student use in our state of-the-art training facility.
Automotive Service Shop
The Automotive service class can service vehicles for faculty, staff members and students matching the Automotive student curriculum.
The shop works by appointment only, we can service vehicles ten years old or younger.
The Automotive service class offers many services for your vehicles. Most all maintenance requirements can be serviced: Brake service, suspension and steering, electrical problems, power windows and locks, battery and alternator, starter and more.
The services we can offer increase with the Automotive service curriculum, as the students learn and prepare more during their classes.
The service shop charges for parts used to service your vehicle, a $5 (five dollars) to $10 (ten dollars) service fee and NO labor cost.
Please call us at (815) 280-2229 to arrange an appointment or with any questions.