AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC SCHOOL NEAR MISSOURI CITY, TX

Many of our automotive training graduates start in entry-level positions, which include automotive technicians, service writers, smog inspectors and parts associates.

As with any industry, over time technicians may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work.⁷⁷ Examples of advanced career paths include service manager, fleet technician, diagnostic technician or shop owner.

Learn more about automotive career paths and how to pursue them in our automotive career guide. However, it’s important to note that the roles mentioned may not be open in Missouri City, TX, as availability is contingent upon regional demand. Luckily, UTI has a Career Services department that assists graduates in finding opportunities!

Did you know that you can tour our automotive school before enrolling? Schedule a tour then follow these steps to get to UTI Houston from Missouri City (this route requires tolls):

1. Get on Sam Houston Tollway North in Harris County from US-90 Alt. E and TX-8 Beltway N/S Sam Houston Pkwy W. (2.3 miles)
   1. Head north toward Hwy 90 Alt. (46 feet)
   2. Turn right onto Hwy 90 Alt. (0.3 miles)
   3. Take the ramp onto US-90 Alt. E. (0.8 miles)
   4. Use the right lane to take the TX-8 Beltway W ramp to Sam Houston Tollway. (0.1 miles)
   5. Use the left lane to continue toward South Main Street. (0.1 miles)
   6. Continue onto South Main Street. (354 feet)
   7. Turn left onto TX-8 Beltway N/S Sam Houston Pkwy W (signs for Sam Houston Tollway/Texas 8 Beltway). (0.6 miles)
   8. Use the left lane to take the ramp onto Sam Houston Tollway N. (0.4 miles)
2. Follow Sam Houston Tollway N to North Fwy Service Road in Houston. Take Exit 63 from I-45 N. (32.2 miles)
   1. Merge onto Sam Houston Tollway N. (7.2 miles)
   2. Continue onto Sam Houston Tollway N. (22 miles)
   3. Continue onto TX-8 Beltway E/Sam Houston Tollway E. (0.3 miles)
   4. Use the right two lanes to take the I-45 N/I-45 S exit toward Dallas/Downtown (0.2 miles)
   5. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Interstate 45 N/Dallas and merge onto I-45 N. (2.3 miles)
   6. Take Exit 63 toward Airtex Drive. (0.3 miles)
3. Continue onto North Fwy Service Road. Take Woodham Drive to Lockhaven Drive. (1.8 miles)
   1. Merge onto North Fwy Service Road. (0.6 miles)
   2. Turn right onto East Airtex Drive. (0.4 miles)
   3. Turn left onto Woodham Drive. (0.5 miles)
   4. Turn right onto Lockhaven Drive and UTI Houston will be on your left. (0.2 miles)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

At UTI Houston, aspiring diesel mechanics gain the knowledge they need to maintain and repair diesel-powered equipment in just 11 months.⁷ Diesel & Industrial Technology graduates earn an AOS degree and one of the two years of experience required to test for ASE certification!

UTI's Collision Repair & Refinish Technology training program was developed in cooperation with industry leaders like I-CAR and Axalta. Spanning 12-13 months, students build the knowledge and skills needed to repair vehicles damaged in collisions. Upon completion, graduates earn diplomas and several I-CAR certifications!

The nine-month Welding Technology training program at UTI Houston was developed in collaboration with Lincoln Electric, a leading name in the industry. Students earn diplomas and graduate prepared to pursue entry-level welding roles!

For those passionate about pioneering solutions, the 12-month Robotics & Automation Technician program at UTI Houston might be for you. Under the mentorship of expert instructors, students dive into an industry-aligned curriculum that covers STEM topics like computer-aided design, programming and industrial robotics. Hands-on training helps students build the confidence they need in a dynamic and continually evolving field.

Learn what it takes to become a wind turbine technician in this seven-month program. Courses like Wind Turbine Operations, Climb & Rescue and Renewable Energy and Control Devices help students develop technical skills employers value.

Our seven-month Industrial Maintenance Technician program prepares students to work on machines used across the energy industry. Through industry-aligned courses they learn to maintain and repair powerful machinery common to the gas, coal, nuclear and solar power sectors.

During the nine-month HVACR Technician program, instructors build students' knowledge from the ground up through courses on HVAC Core & Basic Electricity, Electric Motors, OSHA, Basic Refrigeration Systems and more. Students graduate prepared to pursue entry-level positions in the field!

Gain skills that can prepare you for roles in a wide-range of industries, including manufacturing and scientific research. Our nine-month Advanced Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) technician program teaches students the fundamentals behind inspecting and testing structures’ integrity to ensure they’re safe for others to use.

The 18-month Airframe & Powerplant Technician program in Houston teaches students about aircraft troubleshooting, hydraulics, powerplant systems, and more. Through hands-on application, students can gain the confidence to pursue entry-level roles in the field.⁷⁹