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Glass Installers, Buildings

Glass Installers, Buildings - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, glaziers:

Interpersonal Relationships

  • Are responsible for the health and safety of others.
  • Have a medium level of social interaction. They interact with customers, but also work alone.
  • Usually talk to others in person or by telephone.
  • Often work as part of a team.
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  • Are somewhat responsible for the work done by other glaziers and assistants.
  • Are occasionally placed in conflict situations in which customers may be upset or unpleasant.

Physical Work Conditions

  • Always wear protective or safety attire such as gloves and glasses.
  • Work indoors when installing mirrors and shower doors.
  • Work outdoors when installing outside windows.
  • Are often exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, especially when cutting glass.
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  • Are often exposed to contaminants.
  • May have to climb ladders and scaffolds to reach high places.
  • Sometimes are exposed to hazardous equipment, such as glass cutting tools.
  • Are occasionally exposed to hazardous situations.
  • Often work physically near others, usually within a few feet.

Work Performance

  • Must fully complete and be exact in their work. Improperly installed windows can be unsafe or let in outside air.
  • Must repeat the same physical activities.
  • Usually make decisions and set daily tasks and goals with a supervisor.
  • Must meet strict daily and weekly deadlines.

Hours/Travel

  • Usually work 40 hours per week.
  • May not work for periods of time due to bad weather or low construction activity.
Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.