Automotive glass installers and repairers
SOC Code: 49-3022Also known as:
Auto Glass Repair Specialist (Automotive Glass Repair Specialist), Auto Services Glass Installer (Automotive Services Glass Installer), Auto Technician, Automobile Installer, Automotive Glass Installer (Auto Glass Installer)
Median Annual Salary
$47,260
+3.6% growth (2024-2034)
1K
Openings/Year
20K
Current Jobs
What Automotive glass installers and repairers Do
Replace or repair broken windshields and window glass in motor vehicles.
💰 Salary
$47,260
Median annual wage (2024)
📈 Job Growth
+3.6%
As fast as average
🎓 Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Typical entry-level requirement
🚀 Annual Openings
1K
Projected average per year
📚 On-the-Job Training
Moderate-term on-the-job training
Expected training period
Employment Projections (2024-2034)
Current Employment (2024)
20,400
Projected Employment (2034)
21,100
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Top Skills Required
Installation
Speaking
Equipment Selection
Active Listening
Critical Thinking
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
- Prime all scratches on pinchwelds with primer and allow to dry.
- Remove all dirt, foreign matter, and loose glass from damaged areas, apply primer along windshield or window edges, and allow primer to dry.
- Allow all glass parts installed with urethane ample time to cure, taking temperature and humidity into account.
- 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.
- Select appropriate tools, safety equipment, and parts, according to job requirements.
- Install replacement glass in vehicles.
- Obtain windshields or windows for specific automobile makes and models from stock and examine them for defects prior to installation.
- Check for and remove moisture or contamination in damaged areas and keep areas dry until repairs are complete.
- Replace all moldings, clips, windshield wipers, or other parts that were removed prior to glass replacement or repair.
- Remove broken or damaged glass windshields or window glass from motor vehicles, using hand tools to remove screws from frames holding glass.
Technology & Tools
📚 Entry-Level Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Most common requirement
🎯 Recommended Education
High School Diploma
O*NET recommended level
Degree Programs for Automotive glass installers and repairers
These degree programs can prepare you for a career as a automotive glass installers and repairers:
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
5,464 degrees awarded •
273 colleges offer this program
Best Colleges for Becoming a Automotive glass installers and repairers
Ranked by Repit grade, then by degrees in related programs. These are the top-rated colleges that prepare students to become automotive glass installers and repairers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much do automotive glass installers and repairers make?
The median annual salary for automotive glass installers and repairers is $47,260.
What education do automotive glass installers and repairers need?
Most automotive glass installers and repairers positions require a high school diploma or equivalent.
Common degree programs include Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician.
Is becoming automotive glass installers and repairers a good career choice?
Automotive glass installers and repairers is projected to see +3.6% job growth from 2024 to 2034,
which is about average for all occupations. With approximately 1,400 job openings expected annually,
there are good opportunities for those entering the field.
What are the best colleges for automotive glass installers and repairers?
Top colleges for aspiring automotive glass installers and repairers include
Mid-America Technology Center, Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee, Tulsa Technology Center, Manatee Technical College, WyoTech.
These schools are ranked based on their Repit grade and the number of graduates in related programs.
What other job titles are similar to automotive glass installers and repairers?
Automotive glass installers and repairers may also be known as: Auto Glass Repair Specialist (Automotive Glass Repair Specialist), Auto Services Glass Installer (Automotive Services Glass Installer), Auto Technician, Automobile Installer, Automotive Glass Installer (Auto Glass Installer), Automotive Glass Mechanic (Auto Glass Mechanic), Automotive Glass Specialist (Auto Glass Specialist), Automotive Glass Technician (Auto Glass Technician), Automotive Glazier (Auto Glazier), Automotive Technician, Automotive Tinter, Automotive Window Tinter, Direct Installer, Glass Fitter, Glass Installer, Glass Installer Technician, Glass Setter, Glass Technician, Repair Specialist, Tinter.
These titles often refer to similar roles with varying responsibilities or specializations.