Glazier - Commercial Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Application Process

What is a Commercial Glazier?  

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Job Description

Job Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the project Foreman/Superintendent, the Glazier assists in the installation of glass in windows, skylights, store fronts, and display cases, or on surfaces, such as building fronts, interior walls, ceiling, and tabletops. The person in this role directly impacts the client’s satisfaction with the company’s service performance final product. Serving multiple internal and external stakeholders on job sites of various types, the highly functioning Glazier will have a general knowledge of the construction industry, be adept at use of basic hand tools, and will be eager to gain the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to be promoted into a Glazier I position.

Candidates with additional knowledge, skills, and abilities beyond those indicated are encouraged to apply at this level for consideration of other positions.

Essential Functions

• Understand basic construction principals that are sufficient to:
  • Use basic construction tools and equipment
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, or other specifications
  • Cut, fit, install, repair or replace glass or glass substitutes, in building interiors and exteriors 
  • Set glass doors into frames and attach doors to frames and walls
  • Install pre-assembled frameworks for windows or doors to be fitted with glass panels
  • Troubleshoot installation problems
• Load, arrange, and unload glass, mirrors, or other materials on to delivery trucks using suction cups or cranes
• Communicate with project managers, supervisors, and other staff regarding work progress
• Keep job sites clean and organized
• Maintain good relationships with staff 

Competencies

1. Mechanical Facility
2. Technical Capacity
3. Communication Proficiency
4. Thoroughness in Completing Directions
5. Attention to Detail

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, plus overtime

Training hours are slightly different for the first 4 weeks of work.  Everything is one hour earlier than the regular schedule above.  

Physical Demands

Please review the Essential Job Functions on the last page for a complete listing of physical and mental capabilities required of the position.  In general, this is a physically demanding position and requires the following as essential functions of the position:

• use body members to move, carry, and assemble objects or materials
• lift weight up to 65 pounds individually, and more with a team
• exert force to move and assemble materials in a repetitive manner
• motor skills as appropriate to successfully manipulate common hand tools

  Minimum Required Education and Experience

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. One-year of work experience in a similar function
3. Insurable driving record

Preferred Education and Experience

1. Experience working in construction, manufacturing, or other similar field
2. Forklift certificate and/or experience

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates in closed commercial construction sites, active commercial businesses, as well manufacturing production and warehouse environments. This role routinely operates commercial grade equipment.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Requirements

If offered a position, a candidate has three days to:

• provide I-9 Verification documents (proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States,) as required by the United States Department of Homeland Security
• successfully pass a physical and drug screen
• successfully pass background screen
• have a clean, insurable driving record

EEO Statement                             

Keystone Glass Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Classification: F ull-time, Hourly, Non-exempt

Starting Wage: $18.00/hour minimum, entry-level - Based on Experience 

Benefits: This position is eligible for the full benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement.

Application Procedures

To apply for this position, complete one of the following:

• complete the online application at Keystone Glass Careers
• email a 1-page resume to View email address on ziprecruiter.com

What can you expect from the interview process?

1)  Apply directly through our website.

2)  Receive an automated email that we have received your application.

3)  Receive a phone call or email requesting an interview.

4)  One in-person interview with our Director of Human Resources (entry-level) or VP of Operations (advanced-level).

5)  Complete a 9-panel drug screen and lifting test at our occupational medicine provider's office.

6)  Receive and sign an online offer letter.

7)  Complete new hire paperwork online.

8)  Start.

Please be ready to receive communication via the contact methods you provide with your materials (phone, address, and email.)  Top applicants will be contacted for a brief telephone interview, after which top candidates will be asked to interview in person. 

Vacancy Timeline

Application window: ongoing

Interview window: ongoing within application window

Start Date Goal: ongoing 

Keystone Glass Company’s recruiting practices work from a position of transparency.  Candidates are given the fullest range of information regarding the position, including starting salary range and the proposed timeline for filling the position.  It is our philosophy that the more you know what is expected of the person filling the position, the better you can prepare yourself not only for a potential interview, but for the position itself, should you be selected for hire.  If you have questions regarding the specifics of the information contained with the position listing, the hiring timeline, or any other aspect of the candidate recruiting process, please indicate those by email to View email address on ziprecruiter.com.