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Glazier

Overview

Languages

English

Education

  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting

  • Commercial
  • Industrial
  • Residential

Responsibilities

Tasks

  • Determine type of glass, frames and material required
  • Read blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements
  • 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
  • Prepare shop drawings
  • Repair glass doors and other glass structures
  • Transport cases of glass

Experience and specialization

Installation specialization

  • Stained glass installations
  • Shower doors and tub enclosures
  • Walls and other interior areas (i.e. partitions)

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Physically demanding
  • Handling heavy loads

Own tools/equipment

  • Steel-toed safety boots