About This Career Path
Replace or repair broken windshields and window glass in motor vehicles.
Transportation, Logistics & Distribution
Replace or repair broken windshields and window glass in motor vehicles.
Transportation, Logistics & Distribution Industry
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers
Average
$34,100
ANNUAL
$16.39
HOURLY
Entry Level
$27,600
ANNUAL
$13.27
HOURLY
Mid Level
$29,970
ANNUAL
$14.41
HOURLY
Expert Level
$46,930
ANNUAL
$22.56
HOURLY
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers
620
Projected job openings through 2030
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers
Supporting Certifications
Degree Recommendations
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers
01
Prime all scratches on pinchwelds with primer and allow to dry.
02
Remove all dirt, foreign matter, and loose glass from damaged areas, apply primer along windshield or window edges, and allow primer to dry.
03
Allow all glass parts installed with urethane ample time to cure, taking temperature and humidity into account.
04
Apply a bead of urethane around the perimeter of each pinchweld and dress the remaining urethane on the pinchwelds so that it is of uniform level and thickness.
05
Select appropriate tools, safety equipment, and parts, according to job requirements.
06
Install replacement glass in vehicles.
07
Obtain windshields or windows for specific automobile makes and models from stock and examine them for defects prior to installation.
08
Check for and remove moisture or contamination in damaged areas and keep areas dry until repairs are complete.
09
Replace all moldings, clips, windshield wipers, or other parts that were removed prior to glass replacement or repair.
10
Remove broken or damaged glass windshields or window glass from motor vehicles, using hand tools to remove screws from frames holding glass.
Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
Mechanical
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Administration and Management
KNOWLEDGE
Administrative
SKILL
Installation
SKILL
Equipment Selection
SKILL
Speaking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Manual Dexterity
ABILITY
Multilimb Coordination
ABILITY
Static Strength
ABILITY
Arm-Hand Steadiness
Transportation, Logistics & Distribution
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