GLAZING
CONSTRUCTION
A glazier is a skilled tradesman whose profession is cutting, installing, and removing glass. People in this career pathway work with various forms of glass including laminated, tempered, reflective, and wire-embedded glass. They also work with mirrors, pre-assembled glass panels, and plastic and similar glass substitutes.
Career Details
Skills
Students in Glazing are trained in the following subject areas:
- Identifying and using different glazing materials and coatings
- Installing glass in storefronts, doors, windows, ceilings, and more
- Setting up and using welding equipment to combine and cut pieces of glass
- Reading and interpreting blueprints or specifications to determine which types of glass to use and how to install them
- Understanding the criteria of LEED, the national green building standard, and how it relates to blueprints, windows, and types of glass
- Creating and installing metal or glass moldings
Requirements
Before entering the program, students must:
- Complete all required activity in the Career Preparation Period, including Career Exploration and Career Success/Workplace Skills.
- Meet basic academic requirements in math and reading.
Credentials
As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages, and promotions.
Glazing Numbers to Know
$44K
National average earning potential for this career
Completion times vary by training area. Check with your admissions advisor.
Expectations
While on the job, you will be expected to display the following traits at all times:
Attention to detail
Commitment to safety
Cooperation
Dependability
Monitoring skills
