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Career Details : Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers

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Description

Replace or repair broken windshields and window glass in motor vehicles.

Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful in these occupations, but usually is not needed. For example, a drywall installer might benefit from experience installing drywall, but an inexperienced person could still learn to be an installer with little difficulty.

Education

These occupations usually require a high school diploma and may require some vocational training or job-related course work. In some cases, an associate's or bachelor's degree could be needed.

Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

Tasks

  • Obtains windshield for specific automobile make and model from stock and examines for defects prior to installation.
  • Removes broken or damaged glass windshield or window glass from motor vehicles, using hand tools to remove screws from frame holding glass.
  • Replaces or adjusts motorized or manual window-raising mechanisms.
  • Installs precut replacement glass to replace curved or custom-shaped windows.
  • Cuts flat safety glass according to specified pattern, using glass cutter.
  • Installs rubber channeling strip around edge of glass or frame to weatherproof or to prevent rattling.
  • Holds cut or uneven edge of glass against automated abrasive belt to shape or smooth edges.
  • Applies moisture-proofing compound along glass edges and installs glass into windshield or glass frame in door or side panel of vehicle.

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    • Importance of Being Sure All Is Done
    • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
    • Using Hands on Objects, Tools, Controls
    • Frustrating Circumstances
    • Consequence of Error
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