Overview
Languages
English
Education
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Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
2 years to less than 3 years
On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.
Responsibilities
Tasks
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Determine type of glass, frames and material required
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Measure, mark and cut glass
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Position and secure panes in frame
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Assemble and install prefabricated glass, mirrors or glass products
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Install door, window and other hardware
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Prepare shop drawings
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Repair glass doors and other glass structures
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Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolding, rigging and hoisting equipment
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Supervise other workers
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Estimate costs and materials
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Work at heights, on scaffolding or swing stages
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Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
Experience and specialization
Type of glass/materials
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Acrylic plexiglass
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Float glass
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Mirrors
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Sealed units
Frame fabrication and installation
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Curtain wall (stock length material)
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Curtain wall (prefabricated material)
Glass cutting equipment and techniques
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Cutting wheels
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Self-lubricating cutters
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Cut glass plate manually (straight cuts)
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Cut glass plate free-hand (curved cuts)
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Edge glass plates
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Laminate glass
Installation specialization
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Skylights and slope glazed installations
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Curtain walls
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Aluminum storefronts, barrel vaults, solariums, commercial window systems
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Heat resistant ceramics
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Shower doors and tub enclosures
Equipment
Additional information
Security and safety
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Basic security clearance
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Criminal record check
Transportation/travel information
Work conditions and physical capabilities
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Handling heavy loads
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Standing for extended periods
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Bending, crouching, kneeling
Own tools/equipment
Who can apply to this job?
Only apply to this job if:
- You are a Canadian citizen, a permanent or a temporary resident of Canada.
- You have a valid Canadian work permit.
If you are not authorized to work in Canada, do not apply. The employer will not respond to your application.