
71Five VoTech – Medford Training Center
Vocational Training For 16 – 24 Years Old…

71Five VoTech is an Oregon BOLI certified, pre-apprenticeship, career exploration program providing students with a start toward a new life in a family-wage career. With hands-on, project based learning, and vital life skills training, 71Five VoTech offers real world experiences combined with personal support to advance students toward accomplishing their personal goals. 71Five VoTech serves young people ages 16 – 24 regardless of race, creed, or gender.
* Partial funding for 71Five VoTech – Medford was made possible by a grant from the City of Medford CDBG program.
71Five VoTech Includes:
Class Schedules
- Full training is offered over 2 segments of 6 weeks each.
- Fundamentals (a general introduction to the program and working in the shop)
- Track (training focused on a chosen career field)
- New classes begin throughout the year.
- Classes are offered at various times on various days to fit personal schedules.
- Call for up-to-date information.
- Classes are normally 2 days a week, 3.5 hours per day.
Career Training Offered
Basic training is offered to prepare a student to be ‘APPRENTICE READY’ in: Auto Repair, Small Engine Repair, Welding & Steel Fabrication, Electrician, Woodworking, and Construction.
Transitional Housing
We have a limited amount of space to provide temporary housing for males ages 18 through 24 while they are participating in the 71Five VoTech training.


You may submit your information to:
TERESA HUTLEY
71Five VoTech Case Manager – Medford
cell (541) 282-4689
teresahutley@71Five.org
JEFF KEENER
71Five VoTech Assistant Coordinator – Medford
cell (541) 890-8960
jeffkenner@71Five.org
LARRY LICATO
71Five VoTech Coordinator – Medford
cell (541) 890-1819
larry@71Five.org

JOHN LINGAFELTER
71Five VoTech Assistant Coordinator – Medford
cell (541) 951-2371
johnlingafelter@71Five.org
MARK SHELAMER
71Five VoTech Ministry Director – Grants Pass & Medford
cell (541) 930-2138
mark@71Five.org

71Five VoTech Coordinator – Medford
phone 541.779.3275
office@71Five.org
The 71Five VoTech Coordinator is responsible for the running of the VoTech training center under the direction of the 71Five VoTech Director. Youth 71Five Ministries’ Mission is the sharing of God’s story with young people through trusting relationships in any relevant way. That relevant way includes training of skills valuable for life and employment. The coordinator will be part of the training in the areas of construction, automotive, and welding. Work to be visible and active in your community; speaking at churches, civic clubs, agencies, etc. and support staff in their efforts. Collaborate with the Development Department to build and implement a fundraising plan for consistent financial support of Ministry Area and engage donors with 71Five as a whole. Responsibilities include recruiting, training, and support of a committed team of volunteer trainers and staff to provide skills training and personal mentoring to the youth being served in the VoTech Program. Oversee with the maintenance of accurate records of youth participation and program activities. Clean, organize, and maintain all shop spaces and tools. Resource the materials and equipment needed to train young people.
Download the Employment Application eForm to see how you can join the 71Five Team:
NOTE: Because Youth 71Five Ministries is a faith based non-profit religious organization, we are legally permitted to consider an applicant’s religious beliefs as a factor in employment, as permitted by law.
71Five VoTech – Medford
11 Almond St,
Medford, Oregon 97501
office (541) 779-3275
GIVE to:
mail to: 529 Edwards Street, Medford, Oregon 97501 | (541) 779-3275 | office@71Five.org