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The Universal Technical Institute (UTI) welding school near Pasadena, TX, teaches students about combination welding in preparation for entry-level careers.1 Plus, our passionate instructors help students build the confidence to pursue opportunities as soon as they graduate.
WELDING TRAINING NEAR PASADENA, TX
Our welding training near Pasadena, TX, is just a few miles away in Houston. Industry leader Lincoln Electric assisted UTI in developing a curriculum centered upon industry demands to promote career readiness. Students practice in hands-on labs that simulate scenarios technicians in the field face.
Over 36 weeks, they practice the four main types of arc welding:
- Gas metal arc welding (GMAW)
- Gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW)
- Flux-cored arc welding (FCAW)
- Shielded metal arc welding (SMAW)
Through mentorship, students also fine-tune traits such as professionalism, initiative, creativity and more, further preparing them to pursue careers.
WELDING COURSES OFFERED
Our welding courses provide students with the practical, hands-on experience many employers look for in entry-level welders:
- Introduction to Welding, Safety and Careers
- Principles of Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding I (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding I (SMAW)
- Engineering and Fabrication
- Gas Metal Arc Welding II (GMAW)
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW)
- Flux-Cored Arc Welding (FCAW)
- Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)
- Pipe Welding
- Welding Applications I (GMAW & FCAW)
- Welding Applications II (SMAW & GTAW)
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES NEAR PASADENA, TX
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), Texas had the highest employment of welders in the nation in May 2022, making it an exciting place to pursue the trade!
When it comes to salary, the BLS reported the median annual salary for welders, cutters, solderers and brazers in the United States as $48,940 in May 2023.26 This means half earned more and half earned less. Keep in mind that salary depends on several factors, including experience, employer, demand and cost of living in the area.
WELDING JOBS IN PASADENA, TX
Our welding training program graduates can pursue entry-level positions, such as welder, welder fabricator and welder fitter. As with any industry, over time technicians may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work.77 Learn more about advanced career paths on our welding career page.
Keep in mind, that job availability can vary by region, so the roles mentioned here might not be available in the Pasadena, TX, area. UTI’s Career Services team can help students identify nearby opportunities.
DIRECTIONS FROM PASADENA, TX, TO UTI HOUSTON
Ready to end “welding school near me” searches? Our welding school in Houston can help. Getting here from Pasadena is simple (this route has tolls):
- 1. Get on TX-225 W/Hwy 225 W. (2 miles)
- 2. Take I-610 N and Hardy Toll Rd to E Richey Rd. Take the Richey Rd exit from Hardy Toll Rd. (27.5 miles)
- 3. Follow E Richey Rd and Imperial Valley Dr to Lockhaven Dr in Houston. (1.3 miles)
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a)Head north on Main St toward Hawthorne. (1.4 miles)
b)Turn left onto Pasadena Freeway Frontage Rd. (0.4 miles)
c)Use the left lane to take the ramp onto TX-225 W/Hwy 225 W. (0.2 miles)
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a)Merge onto TX-225 W/Hwy 225 W. (2.6 miles)
b)Take the exit onto I-610 N. (11.2 miles)
c)Use the right two lanes to take Exit 19B for Hardy Toll Rd. (0.4 miles)
d)Continue onto Hardy Toll Rd. (12.9 miles)
e)Take the Richey Rd exit. (0.3 miles)
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a)Turn left onto E Richey Rd. (0.7 miles)
b)Turn left onto Imperial Valley Dr. (0.5 miles)
c)Turn right onto Lockhaven Dr and UTI Houston will be on the right (371 feet)
UTI HOUSTON CAMPUS LOCATION
721 Lockhaven Drive
Houston, TX 77073
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281-443-6262 | Campus
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800-510-5072 | Student Services
281-214-7251 | Career Services
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OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT HOUSTON
Automotive Technician Training
Learn how to service a range of automobile makes and models and prepare for ASE certification exams in just 12 months.7 The Automotive Technology program at UTI Houston helps prepare students to pursue entry-level roles in the industry. Plus, graduates earn associate degrees.
Diesel Technician Training
Train to service and repair large trucks and engines in a variety of industries. Our 11-month Diesel & Industrial Technology program prepares students for entry-level positions.7 Graduates receive associate degrees and one of the two years needed to test for ASE certification!
Collision Repair Training
Choose from our 12-month Collision Repair & Refinish Technology (CRRT) program and our 13-month CRRT + Estimating program. Students of each learn from a curriculum developed with the help of leading brands like I-CAR, Audatex and 3M. Graduates earn diplomas and valuable I-CAR certifications!
Robotics & Automation Technician Training
Learn to automate business’ tasks to save them time, money and resources. Our Robotics & Automation Technician program can equip you with these highly sought-after skills in less than a year. You’ll learn about programming, 3D printing, industrial networking and more!
Industrial Maintenance Technician Training
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Non-Destructive Testing Technician Training
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Airframe & Powerplant Technician Training
Students and graduates of UTI's 18-month Airframe & Powerplant Technician program can apply and test for FAA certification, a credential crucial to pursuing opportunities in the aviation industry.79,128 They also gain the technical knowledge needed to safely maintain and repair various aircraft components.