Six hands-on career pathways
Training is built around the competencies employers tell us they need — taught in the shop, at the ranch, and in the pits, not just in a classroom.
Automotive Technology
Race- and off-road vehicle systems from suspension and drivetrain to fuel, cooling, brakes, and electrical — plus pre-race inspection and diagnostics on real Ultra4 machines.
Welding & Fabrication
MIG and TIG fundamentals, tube chassis work, field repairs under pressure, and preparation for AWS entry-level welding certification.
3D Scanning & Design
3D scanning, printing, and advanced design applied to real-world vehicle parts — modern manufacturing skills employers ask for by name.
Pit Crew & Race Operations
Timed pit stops, fast fueling, tire changes, radio communication, and problem-solving in a loud, chaotic, professional race environment.
Media Production
Photography, video, and storytelling covering real builds and race events — creative skills with real industry demand.
Public Safety & Event Logistics
Emergency-response training, crowd support, and the professionalism it takes to serve the public at North America's largest off-road race.
Behind the scenes at the companies that hire
Ultra4Next students have walked the floors of the industry's best shops and factories — meeting the people who build the sport, and the employers who hire. Click any company for a behind-the-scenes look at the tour.
“A mind expanded by new ideas never goes back to its original boundaries.”
Start last. Finish strong.
Silver Valley High School students built a Class 11 race vehicle with Ultra4Next — then raced it at King of the Hammers, the largest off-road race event on Earth.
Starting from dead last, the student team finished in the top 10 of their class. The car passed tech, survived the desert, and every weld on it was a lesson — and every mile a job interview.
