glazier

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work setting

• Commercial

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Determine type of glass, frames and material required
• Measure, mark and cut glass
• Position and secure panes in frame
• Assemble and install prefabricated glass, mirrors or glass products
• Install door, window and other hardware
• Instruct apprentices
• Repair glass doors and other glass structures
• Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolding, rigging and hoisting equipment
• Transport cases of glass
• Estimate costs and materials
• Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications

Experience and specialization

Glass cutting equipment and techniques

• Laminate glass

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Standing for extended periods
• Bending, crouching, kneeling