Architectural Glass & Metal Technician
Trades Qualification and Apprenticeship Act (Voluntary Trade)
Description
- Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine type and thickness of glass, frame, installation procedure and material required
- Measure and mark glass and cut using glass cutters or computerized cutters
- Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolds, hoisting and rigging 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 buildings
- Fabricate metal frames for glass installation
- 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
- Repair and service residential windows, commercial aluminum doors and other glass supporting structures, and replace damaged glass or faulty sealant
Personal Qualities
- You may be required to work at considerable heights
- You will work outside at various times of the year
- You have the stamina to be on your feet for long periods of time
- You are safety conscious
- You are in good physical condition
- Review the Essential Skills Profile for additional qualities required
Career Opportunities
- Architectural Glass & Metal Technicians work for construction glass installation contractors, retail service and repair shops and glass fabrication shops
- Many construction glass contractors employ union tradespersons
- Some Architectural Glass & Metal Technicians have their own business
- Architectural Glass & Metal Technician is a Red Seal Trade
Educational/Training Requirements
- The minimum entry for apprenticeship is Grade 10
- Completion of an 8,000 hour apprenticeship program is required
- Architectural Glass & Metal Technician is a voluntary trade
Training Availability
Ontario Industrial & Finishing Skills Centre
130 Toro Road
Toronto ON M3J 3M9
Phone: 416-635-7300
-or-
199 Colonnade Rd. S.
Ottawa ON K2E 7K3
Phone: 1-800-943-6210
Potential Earnings
- Apprentices progress initially from 50% to 95% of journeyperson’s wages over time
- Journeyperson wages range from $16.00 to $31.00 an hour, plus overtime
- Apprentices in this trade may apply for the Apprenticeship Incentive Grant during the first two years of their apprenticeship
Prospects for Employment
- Employment is expected to grow about as fast as the average for all occupations
- Employment opportunities are linked to the economy and are somewhat cyclical
- Employers who register apprentices in the trade may apply for the Apprenticeship Training Tax Credit and also the Apprenticeship Job Creation Tax Credit
Additional Information
- Made With the Trades:
- Ontario Construction Secretariat:
http://www.iciconstruction.com/home.cfm
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