Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers
Automotive glass installers and repairers fix and replace windshields, windows, and other glass components in cars, trucks, and other vehicles. They examine damaged glass to determine if it can be repaired with special resins or needs complete replacement, then carefully remove old glass, clean and prepare frames, and install new glass using advanced adhesives and sealants. This hands-on career requires technical training, steady hands, and attention to detail, with opportunities to work in auto shops, dealerships, or mobile repair services. Many professionals in this field complete vocational programs or apprenticeships to learn the latest repair techniques and safety procedures.
Did you know?
Most employers require completion of specialized auto glass training programs and many states mandate certification for handling automotive glass installation and repair.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$48,000 Avg/yr
Growth
Fast growing
Top skill
Installation
Things to consider
Physical Demands and Safety Risks
The job involves working with sharp glass, adhesives, and power tools while often working in uncomfortable positions, requiring strong attention to safety protocols.
Stable Market Demand
The profession offers consistent employment opportunities due to ongoing vehicle accidents, weather-related damage, and the large number of vehicles on American roads.
Key responsibilities
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.
Install rubber channeling strips around edges of glass or frames to weatherproof windows or to prevent rattling.
Install new foam dams on pinchwelds, if required.
Select appropriate tools, safety equipment, and parts, according to job requirements.
Cool or warm glass in the event of temperature extremes.