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WELDING SCHOOL NEAR RIVERSIDE, CA

Welding School Near Riverside, Ca

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WELDING TRAINING NEAR RIVERSIDE, CA

UTI’s 36-week Welding Technology program provides hands-on welding training in four major welding processes, including:

Our welding courses allow students to hone their skills and put their problem-solving abilities to the test. To get the most out of this educational experience, participants must be curious and determined!

WELDING COURSES OFFERED

Students at UTI's welding school learn how to develop and refine their skills through welding courses that include:

  • 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 RIVERSIDE, CA

Skilled welders are in demand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) predicts there will be more than 45,000 estimated average annual welding job openings in the United States.42

According to the BLS, the median annual salary for welders, cutters, solderers and brazers in the U.S. was $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 the cost of living in the area.

WELDING JOBS NEAR RIVERSIDE, CA

Most of our welding school grads start out working as entry-level welders or in other entry-level roles, including:

  • Welder
  • Fabrication welder
  • Welder fitter
  • Wirer

Over time, welders can advance in their careers with experience and hard work.77 Here are a few examples of advanced welding technology careers available in the field:

Keep in mind - welding career path opportunities can vary by region and current demand. If you have questions regarding opportunities near Riverside, contact our Career Services team.

DIRECTIONS FROM RIVERSIDE, CA, TO UTI RANCHO CUCAMONGA

Follow these steps to get to Universal Technical Institute’s welding school in Rancho Cucamonga:

  1. Get on CA-60 West from Market Street (1.9 miles)
    1. Head northwest (39 feet)
    2. Turn right toward 9th Street (135 feet)
    3. Turn left onto 9th Street (220 feet)
    4. Turn right onto Market Street
    5. Slight left to merge onto CA-60 West toward Los Angeles (0.2 miles)
  2. Continue on CA-60 West to Ontario. Take exit 56 from I-10 West (15.0 miles)
    1. Merge onto CA-60 West (9.6 miles)
    2. Use the right two lanes to take exit 41B to merge onto I-15 North toward Barstow (2.9 miles)
    3. Use the right two lanes to take exit 109 to merge onto I-10 West toward Los Angeles (Parts of this road may be
    4. closed at certain times or days) (2.2 miles)
    5. Take exit 56 for Haven Avenue (0.2 miles)
  3. Continue on North Haven Avenue to your destination in Rancho Cucamonga (1.3 miles)
    1. Use the right two lanes to turn right onto North Haven Avenue (1.1 miles)
    2. Use the left lane to turn left onto 6th Street (0.1 miles)
    3. Turn left (197 feet)
    4. Turn left (479 feet)

    Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

UTI RANCHO CUCAMONGA CAMPUS LOCATION

9494 Haven Avenue

Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730

M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours

Campus Tours

TU&TH | 10am,2pm,6pm

W | 10am & 2pm

909-484-1929 | Campus

800-834-7308 | Admissions

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PROGRAMS OFFERED AT THIS CAMPUS

Automotive Technology

Automotive Technology students at UTI Rancho Cucamonga can earn associate of occupational studies (AOS) degrees after completing hands-on automotive training in 51 weeks by learning how to diagnose, repair and maintain automotive technologies.7,18

Diesel Technology

Students can get 45-week training at UTI Rancho Cucamonga’s Diesel Technology program and earn diplomas after learning how to diagnose, maintain and repair diesel technologies.7

Wind Turbine Technician

UTI Rancho Cucamonga’s students in the 30-week Wind Turbine Technician program have the chance to earn diplomas and gain the hands-on skills needed to pursue careers in this industry.1

Industrial Maintenance Technician

Graduates of the Industrial Maintenance Technician program at UTI Rancho Cucamonga can earn diplomas and feel prepared for entry-level careers as industrial maintenance technicians after completing the 30-week training.1

Robotics & Automation Technician

Students can earn diplomas after completing the 51-week robotics and automation program at UTI Rancho Cucamonga, where they learn in-demand industry skills.

STUDENT SERVICES

Housing Assistance

Trade school students at UTI can seek housing options near their campus, whether private or shared, thanks to the collaboration of UTI Rancho Cucamonga and Collegiate Housing Services. Contact our Housing Assistance department to learn more.

Career Services

Students can use UTI's Career Advisors to help them find opportunities during and after their studies.1 The Early Employment Program is another possibility for qualified auto and diesel students to receive help finding part-time work that could help cover tuition costs.36 Contact Career Services to learn more!

Financial Aid

We have a committed Financial Aid team that works with students who seek solutions for paying for welding school tuition fees such as10:

  • Scholarships
  • Grants
  • Loans

Contact our Financial Aid department for more information.

ATTEND WELDING SCHOOL NEAR RIVERSIDE, CA

Learn in-demand welding skills at UTI Rancho Cucamonga! Request more details on our website or call us at 1-800-834-7308 to speak with an Admissions Representative.

1) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.2) For program outcome information and other disclosures, visit www.uti.edu/disclosures.7) Some programs may require longer than one year to complete.10) Financial aid, scholarships and grants are available to those who qualify. Awards vary due to specific conditions, criteria and state.18) UTI now offers all of its automotive, diesel, motorcycle and marine technician training in a blended-learning format consisting of online lecture courses along with in-person, hands-on lab training.26) UTI’s Welding Technology Training Program prepares graduates for entry-level positions using the provided training, primarily as welders. Estimated annual salary shown above is for Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers as published in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages. Entry-level salaries are lower for graduates. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. Graduates’ achievements may vary. Individual circumstances and wages depend on economic factors, personal credentials, work experience, industry certifications, the location of the employer, and their compensation programs. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than as a welding technician, such as inspector and quality control. Salary information for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts: The average annual entry-level salary range for persons employed as Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers (51-4121) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is $40,060 (Massachusetts Labor and Workforce Development, May 2022 data https://lmi.dua.eol.mass.gov/lmi/OccupationalEmploymentAndWageAllIndustries/OEWResult?A=01&GA=000025&OG=514121&Dopt=TEXT). Salary information for North Carolina: The U.S. Department of Labor estimates the hourly median wage for skilled welders in North Carolina is $23.38 (Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, May 2023 Occupational Employment and Wages, Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers). The Bureau of Labor Statistics does not publish entry-level salary data. However, the 25th and 10th percentile of hourly earnings in North Carolina are $20.82 and $18.17, respectively.36) Students enrolled in select UTI programs are eligible to apply for the Early Employment Program. Participating employers will contact selected applicants to conduct interviews. Hiring, employee retention and compensation decisions are made solely by the prospective employer. Employer participation and program details are subject to change. For additional information, please contact Career Services. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.42) For Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects an annual average of 45,800 job openings between 2023 and 2033. Job openings include openings due to net employment changes and net replacements. See Table 1.10 Occupational separations and openings, projected 2023–33, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov, viewed November 4, 2024. UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary.77) UTI is an educational institution and cannot guarantee employment or salary. UTI prepares graduates for entry-level careers using the provided training. UTI graduates’ achievements may vary. Some UTI graduates get jobs within their field of study in positions other than those listed.

Universal Technical Institute of Illinois, Inc. is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.

*Registration Fee Waiver will apply to any student who enrolls by July 31, 2025, with a start date between March 31, 2025, and September 25, 2025.

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