Description

Glaziers cut, fit, install and replace glass in residential, commercial and industrial buildings, on exterior walls of buildings and other structures and in furniture and other products. They are employed by construction glass installation contractors, retail service and repair shops and glass fabrication shops, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Job Titles

• Glazier
• Glazier and metal mechanic
• Glazier apprentice
• Plate glass installer
• Stained glass glazier
• Structural glass glazier

Main Duties

• Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine type and thickness of glass, frame, installation procedure and materials required
• Measure and mark glass and cut glass using glass cutters or computerized cutter
• Tint glass and create patterns on glass by etching, sandblasting or painting designs
• Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolds, rigging and hoisting equipment
• Position glass panes into frames and secure glass using clips, points or mouldings
• Assemble and install prefabricated glass, mirrors or glass products on walls, ceilings or exteriors of building
• Fabricate metal frames for glass installation
• Install, fit, fabricate and attach architectural metals or related substitute products in commercial and residential buildings
• Install pre-cut mirrors and opaque and transparent glass panels in frames to form exterior walls of buildings
• Replace glass in furniture and other products
• Prepare and install skylights, showcases and aquariums and stained or other special glass in churches, museums, sports and other establishments
• Repair and service residential windows, commercial aluminum doors and other glass supporting structures, and replace damaged glass or faulty sealant
• May prepare cost estimates for customers or clients.

Workplaces

• Construction glass installation contractors
• Glass fabrication shops
• Retail service and repair shops
• Self-employed

Skills

• Operation and Control
• Quality Control Testing
• Setting Up
• Coordinating
• Decision Making

Abilities

• Body Flexibility
• Trunk Strength
• Arm-Hand Steadiness
• Colour Perception
• Control of Settings

Personal Attributes

• Adaptability
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Independence
• Stress Tolerance

Similar Occupations

• Glass forming and finishing machine operators and glass cutters (94102)

Source: OaSIS