Although life has taken him down a few paths, there’s one thing Robert has always known: He has a passion for aviation. Now, more than two decades later, Robert is actively fulfilling his passion in a role he is happy to continue with through retirement.*As a veteran who served in the Navy, Robert was able to take the skills he gained while on duty and translate them into training for a career he loves. For Robert, the life of an aviation maintenance technician is great for the variety of tasks—there’s always something to do and he loves that—and for the people. This industry gives you the opportunity to meet people from all different backgrounds who share a similar passion, he shares.Interested in training for a career in aviation like Robert? Visit https://www.uti.edu/programs/aviation.Head to our programs page at https://www.uti.edu/programs to see all the training we offer and find what fits your passion.To stay up to date with some of the latest news regarding UTI, join us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UTI/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/utitweet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uti.tech/*UTI aviation maintenance programs prepare graduates to apply and test for FAA mechanic certification. Graduates who don’t obtain certification may have fewer career opportunities. Some graduates get jobs in aviation or related industries other than as aviation maintenance technicians. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment, salary or FAA certification. For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.

Ever wondered who makes sure the plane you’re flying in is safe? Professional drifter, trade school grad and RTR Vehicles founder, Vaughn Gittin Jr. shadowed an airframe and powerplant instructor from UTI Long Beach to find out… and we were sure to document his tour!Watch as the notorious gearhead finds similarities between airplane and automotive engines. Plus, get an inside look at exciting hands-on training that helps prepare students for FAA certification.From rebuilding engines to balancing planes, join Vaughn in learning why A&P is one of UTI's most intense but rewarding programs.Ready to elevate your career training? → AIRFRAME AND POWERPLANT TRAINING: https://bit.ly/3X2qqoETo learn more about what A&P is, visit: https://bit.ly/4dFIcn2 To find A&P training near you, visit: https://bit.ly/46OYfMY #AirframeAndPowerplant #A&Pmechanic #A&PTraining #AviationMaintenance #VaughnGittinJr**Follow Us:** - Facebook: [Universal Technical Institute](https://www.facebook.com/UTI) - Instagram: [@UTITechnician](https://www.instagram.com/UTITechnician) - Twitter: [@UTITechnician](https://twitter.com/UTITechnician)

Ever wondered what it's like to dive into the world of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)? Reggie Davis gives you an exclusive look in this video. It's all about a trade that's not only essential, but also a career solving problems you can feel proud about, as Reggie tells us.Our HVACR Technician program is designed to give students a strong foundation, and the instructors aren't just teachers – they've got firsthand experience in the field.* They're sharing the practical knowledge they’ve learned from being in the industry—something you can't always find in textbooks.There's a big emphasis on hands-on learning here. That’s why we have relationships with industry employers, to ensure our curriculum is relevant to their needs. From residential to industrial work, there are many sides to HVAC! “What does it mean to me to pass on my knowledge?” Reggie asks. “I think that’s the most important aspect I bring, that real-world, that real life experience”Watch his video to learn more about his story!For more information regarding the HVACR training program at Universal Technical Institute, visit https://www.uti.edu/programs/hvacr. For additional information into specific courses, tuition and admissions, see the course catalogs at https://www.uti.edu/programs/catalogs. For more examples of how Universal Technical Institute has shaped the careers of many of today's technicians, visit https://www.uti.edu/why-uti/graduate-stories.To find the nearest UTI school near you, visithttps://www.uti.edu/locations. To stay up to date with some of the latest news regarding UTI, join us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UTI/ X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/utitweet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uti.tech/ *UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.

Working in aviation is more than just a job. It can be an exhilarating ride. Plus, some companies like CommuteAir offer flight benefits. Who doesn’t love affordable travel?Looking for a career in aviation maintenance or airframe & powerplant? You're in the right place! We’ve gathered tips and insights from CommuteAir recruiter Koiula Lau, who shares with us what she looks for in hiring new techs. Hint: It includes formal training from a school like UTI!*Kouila absolutely loves grads from MIAT, part of the UTI family of schools. Why? As she tells us, the program is top-notch and gives students much-needed hands-on training."This industry is so exciting, I’ve been in it really my whole life,” says Koiula. “We’ve had people promote from mechanics to leads in as early as six months really so it’s definitely possible to move up very quickly here at CommuteAir—there’s tons of paths that you can take.”*Watch the video to learn more about getting started in aviation maintenance or airframe & powerplant!For more information regarding the Aviation Maintenance training program, visit https://www.uti.edu/programs/aviation/aviation-maintenance-technology.To check out the Airframe & Powerplant program, check out https://www.uti.edu/programs/aviation/airframe-powerplant.For additional information on specific courses, tuition and admissions, see the course catalogs at https://www.uti.edu/programs/catalogs.For more examples of how Universal Technical Institute has shaped the careers of many of today's technicians, visit https://www.uti.edu/why-uti/graduate-stories.To find the nearest UTI school near you, visit https://www.uti.edu/locations.To stay up to date with some of the latest news regarding UTI, join us on social media.*UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UTI/ X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/utitweet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uti.tech/

For those who have heard about the Robotics & Automation field, or have found themselves curious to know more, Muhammad Laghari, Senior Instructor and former electrical electronic engineer, shares good news: “This industry is growing. Automation is coming everywhere.”His passion for teaching and the industry is palpable, and he's committed to the growth of his students, as he tells us.“It basically means everything for me to be able to pass along my knowledge on to someone else and see them succeed,” he expresses.*The Robotics & Automation Technician program is divided into sections, each one designed to develop the students' critical thinking skills."The ability to look at a problem and creatively solve it is what we strive to instill in our students," he explains.There's a common fear that automation might take jobs away, but according to him, it's simply moving jobs to a different skill set. He emphasizes the need for individuals who understand robotics and automation. "The graduates from here [can] have their skill set applied in manufacturing, warehouses, maintenance, engineering – in a number of things like instrumentation, controls, and even testing. Their skillset is very wide and can go into a number of places," he says.*To learn more about the industry, this program and potential career paths - watch the video!For more information regarding the Robotics & Automation Technician program at Universal Technical Institute, visit https://www.uti.edu/programs/robotics-automation.For additional information on specific courses, tuition and admissions, see the course catalogs at https://www.uti.edu/programs/catalogs.For more examples of how Universal Technical Institute has shaped the careers of many of today's technicians, visit https://www.uti.edu/why-uti/graduate-stories...To find the nearest UTI school near you, visit https://www.uti.edu/locations.To stay up-to-date with some of the latest news regarding UTI, join us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UTI/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/utitweet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uti.tech/ *UTI and MIAT are educational institutions and cannot guarantee employment or salary. For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures for UTI and www.miat.edu/disclosures for MIAT.

Throughout the course of John Lincoln’s career, he’s had the opportunity to work in a variety of roles, from mechanic lead and base manager to avionics technician. His experience spans from working on baby jets to an Airbus A380 in diverse departments like regionals and cargo. He’s currently working at Endeavor Air as a motor maintenance operations tech rep and loving it!"What do I love about aviation in general? It’s something new every day,” John tells us. “It’s something most people don’t get to do and it’s a small world."His workdays are never the same. One day could be regular routine work, and the next could involve engine changes and road trips to bring aircraft back into service.His education and aviation training have been instrumental in his success.*"It means the world. It is what allows me to do what I do today," he says.His current role as a tech rep is the most fulfilling for him—it’s a position he wouldn't have been able to take on without his education from the school and experience as a technician.Watch the video to hear more about his career path and training in the aviation program.For more information regarding the aviation programs at Universal Technical Institute, visit https://www.uti.edu/programs/aviation.For additional information into specific courses, tuition and admissions, see the course catalogs at https://www.uti.edu/programs/catalogs.For more examples of how Universal Technical Institute has shaped the careers of many of today's technicians, visit https://www.uti.edu/why-uti/graduate-stories...To find the nearest UTI school near you, visit https://www.uti.edu/locations.To stay up-to-date with some of the latest news regarding UTI, join us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UTI/ X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/utitweet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uti.tech/*UTI and MIAT aviation programs prepare graduates to pursue entry-level careers in the aviation industry or related fields. Graduates are eligible to apply and test for an FAA-issued mechanic certificate. Career options may be limited without this certificate. Some graduates get jobs other than aviation maintenance technician such as turbine or field technicians. UTI and MIAT are educational institutions and cannot guarantee employment or salary. For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures for UTI and www.miat.edu/disclosures for MIAT.

We're diving headfirst into the world of non-destructive testing (NDT) with a rockstar in the industry, our instructor Jean Staton.From inspecting space shuttles to precious historical pieces like the Liberty Bell, Jean's done it all . Now she’s training the next generation.* No background in NDT? Not a problem. From high school grads to career shifters, all you need is a dash of curiosity and a thirst for knowledge and Jean (and other instructors here) will teach you the rest! Did we mention she's an author too? This NDT guru even wrote a textbook utilized in our classroom. If you’re ready to explore what keeps the world around us safe, hit play, and you’ll find tips for getting started in the industry too.For more information regarding the non-destructive testing program, visit https://www.uti.edu/programs/non-destructive-testing. For additional information on specific courses, tuition and admissions, see the course catalogs at https://www.uti.edu/programs/catalogs. For more examples of how Universal Technical Institute has shaped the careers of many of today's technicians, visit https://www.uti.edu/why-uti/graduate-stories.To find the nearest UTI school near you, visit https://www.uti.edu/locations. To stay up to date with some of the latest news regarding UTI, join us on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UTI/ (Twitter): https://x.com/utitweet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uti.tech/*UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.

This one is for the aviation enthusiasts! The airframe & powerplant industry includes more than just aircraft–there’s avionics, sheet metal, composites and even rockets. Having been in the industry himself for decades, our instructor Cleve Kellum is here to walk you through it as he dedicates himself to passing on his knowledge to the next generation.*Cleve teaches through hands-on learning as he guides students through engine overhauls, changing aircraft tires and more.Interested in training for aviation? Hit that play button and learn more about his story.For more information regarding the Aviation Maintenance program, visit https://www.uti.edu/programs/aviation/aviation-maintenance-technology. For more information on Airframe & Powerplant training, head to https://www.uti.edu/programs/aviation/airframe-powerplant. For additional information into specific courses, tuition and admissions, see the course catalogs at https://www.uti.edu/programs/catalogs. For more examples of how Universal Technical Institute has shaped the careers of many of today's technicians, visit https://www.uti.edu/why-uti/graduate-stories. To find the nearest UTI school near you, visit https://www.uti.edu/locations. To stay up to date with some of the latest news regarding UTI, join us on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UTI/ X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/utitweet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uti.tech/*UTI aviation maintenance programs prepare graduates to apply and test for FAA mechanic certification. Graduates who don’t obtain certification may have fewer career opportunities. Some graduates get jobs in aviation or related industries other than as aviation maintenance technicians. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment, salary or FAA certification. For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.

Join professional drifter and RTR Vehicles founder Vaughn Gittin Jr. as he explores Universal Technical Institute's robotics and automation training facility in Rancho Cucamonga, CA.Vaughn Gittin gets up close and personal with the 3D printers UTI students use and shares how people with 3D printing skills have helped bolster RTR Vehicles' success.Do you want to build skills that can help revolutionize industries, ranging from manufacturing to healthcare?LEARN MORE: https://bit.ly/3SOIEHyFor more information about a Robotics & Automation Career, visit https://bit.ly/3STcKtxFor more information about what UTI’s robotics and automation students learn, visit https://bit.ly/4dJ9WHn#robtoicsandautomation #roboticsandautomationtraining #3Dprinting #VaughnGittinJr #UniversalTechnicalInstitute**Connect with Vaughn Gittin Jr.:** - Instagram: [@vaughngittinjr](https://www.instagram.com/vaughngittinjr) - Twitter: [@VaughnGittinJr](https://twitter.com/VaughnGittinJr) - Facebook: [Vaughn Gittin Jr.](https://www.facebook.com/OfficialVaughnGittinJr)

It was love at first sight for Charles Bosman and his HVAC career. Well, about as close as it gets."It started when I had my AC put in at my old house and I really liked it," he said. Intrigued by the process, he shadowed the installer, and before long, fell in love with the profession. It wasn't long after that he found himself enrolling at a school he'd come to appreciate greatly.*“I’ve been doing it for three years now and I love it,” he proclaims. He’s currently employed at Technical Hot and Cold as an HVAC technician, working on furnaces and AC units.Bosman’s time in the HVACR Technician program was nothing short of transformative. The passion in his voice is palpable as he recalls, “I had so much fun. The teachers were awesome. Working in the shop was one of my favorite things.”Watch his video to learn more!For more information regarding the HVACR Technician training program at Universal Technical Institute, visit https://www.uti.edu/programs/hvacr.For additional information on specific courses, tuition and admissions, see the course catalogs at https://www.uti.edu/programs/catalogs.For more examples of how Universal Technical Institute has shaped the careers of many of today's technicians, visit https://www.uti.edu/why-uti/graduate-stories.To find the nearest UTI school near you, visit https://www.uti.edu/locations.To stay up to date with the latest news regarding UTI, join us on social media.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UTI/ X: https://x.com/utitweet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uti.tech/*UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.