WELDING SCHOOL NEAR HACKENSACK, NJ

Looking for a welding school near Hackensack? Consider UTI’s welding school location in Bloomfield, NJ. We've got a range of welding courses designed to help students gain hands-on experience and build industry-relevant skills. Say goodbye to your "welding school near me" searches!

Our program, which spans 36 weeks, focuses on key arc welding methods. Students get to learn gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), flux-cored arc welding (FCAW) and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW).

These techniques can prepare you for entry-level welding positions in diverse industries — think manufacturing, aerospace and more. Plus, our courses don't stop there. You can also explore other welding techniques such as pipe welding and learn to weld in various positions. It's all about giving grads a well-rounded skillset!

UTI Bloomfield’s welding training covers TIG, MIG, stick and flux-cored welding processes, which are the main arc methods used in the industry. Students also learn how to weld in different positions that can help them pursue careers as combination welders. Welding program courses include:

Our welding training prepares students for entry-level positions, including:

• Welder
• Fabrication welder
• Welder fitter
• Wirer

As with any industry, over time, they may be able to advance with experience and hard work.⁷⁷ Examples of advanced welding roles include:

• Inspector
• Quality control
• Certified welding inspector
• Welding project manager

Want to explore other potential career paths? Check out our career guide!

Be mindful that regional demand can influence what positions are available in the Hackensack, NJ area. Our Career Services team can help you explore options near you.

Wanting to check out our welding training facilities in person? Book a tour and see our labs, meet instructors and ask any questions you may have. Use these directions to get to UTI Bloomfield (this route has tolls):

1. Get on I-80 W in South Hackensack from State Street. (1.7 miles)
• Head west toward State Street. (46 feet)
• Turn left onto State Street. (0.9 miles)
• Continue onto Huyler Street. (0.3 miles)
• Turn right onto Wesley Street. (0.3 miles)
• Turn left onto the Interstate 80 W ramp. (0.1 miles)


2. Continue onto I-80 W. Take Garden State Parkway to Grove Street in Clifton. Take Exit 154 from Garden State Parkway. (8.2 miles)
• Merge onto I-80 W. (3.1 miles)
• Take Exit 62 toward Midland Ave/Saddle Brook. (0.2 miles)
• Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Garden State Parkway S, and merge onto Garden State Parkway. (4.3 miles)
• Take Exit 154 toward Clifton. (0.5 miles)


3. Continue onto Grove Street to your destination in Bloomfield. (3 miles)
• Turn left onto Grove Street. (1 mile)
• Take a slight right to merge onto NJ-3 E. (0.7 miles)
• Take the exit toward Bloomfield. (0.2 miles)
• Merge onto Broad Street. (1 mile)
• Turn left. (0.1 miles)

Fastest route may change depending on most recent traffic conditions.

Automotive training at UTI Bloomfield teaches students to diagnose, repair and maintain a variety of vehicles. A combination of online learning and hands-on application in industry-standard labs helps to equip students with skills the industry is looking for.¹⁸ Graduate in just 51 weeks with a certificate.⁷

Learn about electronic systems, engine servicing, braking systems and more for big rig engines and other diesel technologies. In just 45 weeks, you can graduate ready for a career as a diesel technician and earn a certificate.⁷