WELDING SCHOOL NEAR MISSOURI CITY, TX

UTI’s welding training program stands out because it was created with help from Lincoln Electric, a leader in welding technology design, development and manufacturing.

The following classes equip students with skills the industry demands. Upon completing these welding courses, graduates earn diplomas.

UTI’s welding training prepares students to pursue entry-level welder roles. However, as with any industry, over time, you may be able to advance in your career with experience and hard work.⁷⁷ Entry-level and advanced positions might include:

Want to learn more about welding career paths? Hit the link below. It’s important to remember that demand varies by region. Therefore, the roles mentioned may not be open in the Missouri City, TX, area. Graduates can reach out to Career Services for help searching for nearby openings.

WELDING CAREERS

Once you’re ready, schedule a campus tour. During a tour, you’ll walk through labs, meet instructors and learn more about UTI’s culture. Follow these directions to get to our welding school in Houston (this route requires tolls):

1. 1. Get on Sam Houston Tollway N in Harris County from US-90 ALT E and TX-8 Beltway N/S Sam Houston Pkwy W. (2.3 miles)
a)Head north toward Hwy 90 Alt. (46 feet)
b)Turn right onto Hwy 90 Alt. (0.3 miles)
c)Take the ramp onto US-90 ALT E. (0.8 miles)
d)Use the right lane to take the TX-8 Beltway W ramp to Sam Houston Tollway. (0.1 miles)
e)Use the left lane to continue toward S Main St. (0.1 miles)
f)Continue onto S Main St. (354 feet)
g)Turn left onto TX-8 Beltway N/S Sam Houston Pkwy W (signs for Sam Houston Tollway/Texas 8 Beltway). (0.6 miles)
h)Use the left lane to take the ramp onto Sam Houston Tollway N. (0.4 miles)


2. 2. Follow Sam Houston Tollway N to N Fwy Service Rd in Houston. Take Exit 63 from I-45 N. (32.2 miles)
a)Merge onto Sam Houston Tollway N. (7.2 miles)
b)Continue onto Sam Houston Tollway N. (22 miles)
c)Continue onto TX-8 Beltway E/Sam Houston Tollway E. (0.3 miles)
d)Use the right two lanes to take the I-45 N/I-45 S exit toward Dallas/Downtown (0.2 miles)
e)Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Interstate 45 N/Dallas and merge onto I-45 N. (2.3 miles)
f)Take Exit 63 toward Airtex Dr. (0.3 miles)


3. 3. Continue onto N Fwy Service Rd. Take Woodham Dr to Lockhaven Dr. (1.8 miles)
a)Merge onto N Fwy Service Rd. (0.6 miles)
b)Turn right onto E Airtex Dr. (0.4 miles)
c)Turn left onto Woodham Dr. (0.5 miles)
d)Turn right onto Lockhaven Dr, and UTI Houston will be on your left. (0.2 miles)



Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

In addition to welding training, UTI Houston offers automotive, diesel, collision repair, robotics & automation, wind power, industrial maintenance, HVACR and non-destructive testing training focused on career readiness. Learn more below. 

Spend 12 months learning about exciting topics such as engine service and repair, power/performance and emissions repair, electronic systems and more.⁷ UTI’s Automotive Technology training prepares students to test for ASE certification post-graduation and helps them develop skills many employers value in entry-level applicants.

Learn to maintain and repair powerful diesel engines through courses on steering and suspension, hydraulic systems, preventative maintenance and more. Our 11-month Diesel & Industrial Technology training program also provides students with knowledge relevant to ASE certification exams so they feel ready to test after graduating.⁷

Gain hands-on experience repairing collision-damaged vehicles at UTI Houston’s 12-to-13-month Collision Repair & Refinish Technology program. Students take exciting classes on panel alignment, damage analysis, body and paint fundamentals and much more. Plus, they earn multiple industry-recognized I-CAR certifications!

Prepare for a STEM career in 51 weeks. The Robotics & Automation Technician program in Houston teaches students to automate manufacturing processes using industrial robotics, a skill valued by multiple technology-driven industries.

The seven-month Wind Turbine Technician program is aligned with industry standards and can help prepare you to contribute to the renewable energy field. Students dive into wind technology, learning to safely diagnose, repair and maintain the towering turbines.

Interested in a career that allows you to problem-solve through practical application? Consider industrial maintenance. Over the course of seven months, this program equips students with the knowledge to maintain and repair machinery used in various sectors, including gas, nuclear energy, solar power and coal.

Train for a hands-on career with UTI Houston's HVACR Technician program, where in just nine months you'll gain skills rooted in practical experience. Our program equips students with the foundational knowledge to maintain, diagnose and repair HVACR systems critical to residential, commercial and institutional buildings, including schools and hospitals.

Non-destructive testing technicians assess the durability and safety of critical structures such as aircraft, bridges, dams, pipelines, nuclear reactors and more. These roles require an eye for detail and a passion for impactful hands-on work. If this sounds like you, the nine-month Advanced Non-Destructive Testing program in Houston might be for you!