Scope of Work - Glaziers engaged in construction work cut and install all types and sizes of glass, such as plate glass of all kinds and thicknesses, clear and heat absorbing window glass, obscure glass, mirrors, leaded glass panels and insulating glass units; also they fabricate and install aluminum entrances, sidelights and show windows.  They fit and install plastic and porcelain panels in metal and wood frames. Glaziers install glass and aluminum (windows, curtain walls, shower doors, mirrors, hand rails, skylights, entrances, store fronts, etc.) in new construction, residential and remodeling.

Working Conditions - Glaziers work both indoors and outside depending on the job.  Window fabricating and some installations are done indoors; however, glaziers do much of their work outdoors or in unheated areas.  Glaziers do a great deal of standing, lifting and carrying with some work at heights.

Apprenticeship Requirements

Length of Program - 4-year apprenticeship.  

Requirements - Must have mechanical aptitude, good math skills, (basics: add, subtract, multiply and divide), and be good with hands.  To apply, be hired by a union contractor and be referred by the contractor.

Courses Required – Math, Reading, Safety Procedures, Glazing History and Laws, Blue Print Reading and Sketching, Usage of Hand Tools, Power Equipment, Caulking, Swing Stages.

Glaziers Local 312
3617 Gembrit Cr.
Kalamazoo, MI  49001
(269) 323-1001
FAX (269) 323-1030       Kim Hansen, Apprentice Coordinator

Ken Pifer, Career Opportunity Consultant -
(269) 323-1001 

Glaziers Local 357 - MICHIGAN GLASS & GLAZING INDUSTRY JAC
14587 Barber Avenue
Warren, MI  48088
(586) 552-4478
FAX (586) 552-4477      Doug Hoisington, Training Coordinator

Mike Clam, Career Opportunity Consultant  - (586) 552-4478

Territories Covered:  Monroe County, Sanilac, St.Clair, Macomb, Oakland, Wayne, Washtenaw, and the Eastern half of Livingston County including the city of Howell and the northeast portion of Lenawee County.

Glass And Architectural Metal Workers (Glazier) Local 826
Mott Community College / Lansing Community College
263 Kingman Road
Mason, MI 48854
(517) 663-9132
FAX (517) 663-9132     Dennis Redinger, Training Coordinator 
    
Territories Covered:  All counties, except those around the Detroit Area.