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73111.00 – Glaziers

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. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Overview

Example job titles

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

Core competencies

  • Quality Control Testing to verify glass is securely anchored and supported by checking fasteners, adhesives and framing systems for strength and compliance
  • Operation and Control to accurately operate cutting tools and machinery to achieve the correct dimensions and avoid costly mistakes
  • Trunk Strength to exert significant core stability and endurance to support and position large, heavy glass panes for extended periods, often while working on ladders or scaffolding
  • Body Flexibility to stretch and bend to assemble and install prefabricated glass, mirrors and glass products on walls, ceilings and exteriors of buildings
  • Attention to Detail to precisely cut, measure and install glass in windows, doors and facades, detecting flaws like chips or cracks while maintaining exact alignment and fit
  • Knowledge in Building and Construction to understand basic materials and simple installation techniques for glass and framing systems in straightforward structures

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following 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.

Additional information

  • The Red Seal endorsement allows for interprovincial mobility.
  • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with experience.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

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

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

7 – Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations

TEER

3 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of less than two years; or more than six months of on-the-job training

Major group

73 – General trades

Sub-major group

731 – General construction trades

Minor group

7311 – Roofers, glaziers, painters, decorators and floor covering installers

Unit group

73111 – Glaziers

Occupational profile

73111.00 – Glaziers

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