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Hourly Glass Installer
•30 days ago
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
|---|---|
| Location | west warwick, Rhode Island |
About this job
Position Title: Auto Glass Technician Revised : 7/2011
Category: Full-Time Mechanical Exempt
Reports To: Collision Manager
Summary: Glass Installer Auto-glass worker, windshield installer* Replaces broken or pitted windshields and window glass in motor vehicles: Removes broken glass by unscrewing frame, using hand tools. Cuts flat safety glass according to specified pattern, using glasscutter. Smooth s cut edge of glass by holding against abrasive belt. Applies moisture-proofing compound along cut edges and installs glass in vehicle. Weatherproofs window or windshield and prevents it from rattling by installing rubber channeling strips around sides of glass. Installs precut replacement glass to replace curved windows. May also replace or adjust parts in window-raising mechanism.
Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Remove all dirt, foreign matter, and loose glass from damaged areas, apply primer along windshield or window edges, and allow primer to dry.
Install replacement glass in vehicles after old glass has been removed and all necessary preparations have been made.
Allow all glass parts installed with urethane ample time to cure, taking temperature and humidity into account.
Prime all scratches on pinchwelds with primer and allow primed scratches to dry.
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.
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.
Remove broken or damaged glass windshields or window glass from motor vehicles, using hand tools to remove screws from frames holding glass.
Replace all moldings, clips, windshield wipers, or other parts that were removed prior to glass replacement or repair.
Remove moldings, clips, windshield wipers, screws, bolts, and inside A-pillar moldings and lower headliners in preparation for installation or repair work.
Install, repair, or replace safety glass and related materials, such as back glass heating elements, on vehicles or equipment.
Install rubber channeling strips around edges of glass or frames to weatherproof windows or to prevent rattling.
Hold cut or uneven edges of glass against automated abrasive belts to shape or smooth edges.
Cut flat safety glass according to specified patterns or perform precision pattern making and glass cutting to custom fit replacement windows.
Cool or warm glass in the event of temperature extremes.
Replace or adjust motorized or manual window-raising mechanisms.
Install new foam dams on pinchwelds, if required
- Receive repair orders from dispatcher/Service Advisor and take to stall area.
- Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repair.
- Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
- Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
- Save, tag and return to the parts department all parts involved in warranty repair and obtain a receipt stamp for said parts. Save and tag all parts requested to be
returned to the customer.
- Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is requested.
- Advise service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised.
- Document work performed and recommended on the repair order. Upon completion of work return repair order to Dispatcher/Service Advisor.
- Road-test vehicles when required or refer to the test technician, keeping in mind that customer vehicles should not be used for personal errands. Always road-test
vehicles to quality-check work performed.
- Ensure that customers cars are kept clean, undamaged, and without changes to the comfort, convenience systems or audio system settings. Notifies service
advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
- Supervise work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.
- Attend factory-sponsored training classes.
- Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
- Keep shop area neat and clean and be able to account for all dealership- owned tools at all times.
- Understand, keep up to date, and comply with federal, state, and local regulations that affect service operations such as; safety rules and procedures, hazardous
waste disposal, OSHA right-to-know, etc.
- Wear appropriate PPE, including regular use of company provided safety goggles.
- Appropriately and safely operate all tools and equipment as mandated through safety training. Report any safety, equipment defects or malfunction issues to
management immediately.
- Attend all dealership and service department meetings when requested.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Adherence to all attendance and punctuality standards.
- Adherence to timekeeping standards; Employees are required to record the beginning and ending times of any shift, meal break or departure from work for personal
reasons.
- Understand and follow all work rule policies and procedures.
- Follow the Code of Business Ethics and Conduct.
- Maintains a professional clean and pressed business appearance as determined by dealership management.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or the equivalent. Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information. ASE certification preferred. General mechanical skills. Valid driver s license and a good driving record. Manual dexterity. Good judgment.
Working Conditions:
The Technician will stand six to eight hours per shift, lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds several times during each shift, and use hoist and test equipment as needed. S/he will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle, and feel. S/he will use hand and power tools. S/he will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials. Road-testing of vehicles may be required. The Technician will be required to wear a dealership uniform at all times.
NOTE:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirement, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the dealership reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, work load, rush jobs, or technological developments).
Category: Full-Time Mechanical Exempt
Reports To: Collision Manager
Summary: Glass Installer Auto-glass worker, windshield installer* Replaces broken or pitted windshields and window glass in motor vehicles: Removes broken glass by unscrewing frame, using hand tools. Cuts flat safety glass according to specified pattern, using glasscutter. Smooth s cut edge of glass by holding against abrasive belt. Applies moisture-proofing compound along cut edges and installs glass in vehicle. Weatherproofs window or windshield and prevents it from rattling by installing rubber channeling strips around sides of glass. Installs precut replacement glass to replace curved windows. May also replace or adjust parts in window-raising mechanism.
Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Remove all dirt, foreign matter, and loose glass from damaged areas, apply primer along windshield or window edges, and allow primer to dry.
Install replacement glass in vehicles after old glass has been removed and all necessary preparations have been made.
Allow all glass parts installed with urethane ample time to cure, taking temperature and humidity into account.
Prime all scratches on pinchwelds with primer and allow primed scratches to dry.
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.
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.
Remove broken or damaged glass windshields or window glass from motor vehicles, using hand tools to remove screws from frames holding glass.
Replace all moldings, clips, windshield wipers, or other parts that were removed prior to glass replacement or repair.
Remove moldings, clips, windshield wipers, screws, bolts, and inside A-pillar moldings and lower headliners in preparation for installation or repair work.
Install, repair, or replace safety glass and related materials, such as back glass heating elements, on vehicles or equipment.
Install rubber channeling strips around edges of glass or frames to weatherproof windows or to prevent rattling.
Hold cut or uneven edges of glass against automated abrasive belts to shape or smooth edges.
Cut flat safety glass according to specified patterns or perform precision pattern making and glass cutting to custom fit replacement windows.
Cool or warm glass in the event of temperature extremes.
Replace or adjust motorized or manual window-raising mechanisms.
Install new foam dams on pinchwelds, if required
- Receive repair orders from dispatcher/Service Advisor and take to stall area.
- Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repair.
- Perform work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with dealership and factory standards.
- Communicate with parts department to obtain needed parts.
- Save, tag and return to the parts department all parts involved in warranty repair and obtain a receipt stamp for said parts. Save and tag all parts requested to be
returned to the customer.
- Examine the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is requested.
- Advise service advisor immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised.
- Document work performed and recommended on the repair order. Upon completion of work return repair order to Dispatcher/Service Advisor.
- Road-test vehicles when required or refer to the test technician, keeping in mind that customer vehicles should not be used for personal errands. Always road-test
vehicles to quality-check work performed.
- Ensure that customers cars are kept clean, undamaged, and without changes to the comfort, convenience systems or audio system settings. Notifies service
advisor immediately of anything that has happened to change the appearance or condition of the vehicle.
- Supervise work of any apprentice technicians as assigned.
- Attend factory-sponsored training classes.
- Keep abreast of factory technical bulletins.
- Keep shop area neat and clean and be able to account for all dealership- owned tools at all times.
- Understand, keep up to date, and comply with federal, state, and local regulations that affect service operations such as; safety rules and procedures, hazardous
waste disposal, OSHA right-to-know, etc.
- Wear appropriate PPE, including regular use of company provided safety goggles.
- Appropriately and safely operate all tools and equipment as mandated through safety training. Report any safety, equipment defects or malfunction issues to
management immediately.
- Attend all dealership and service department meetings when requested.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Adherence to all attendance and punctuality standards.
- Adherence to timekeeping standards; Employees are required to record the beginning and ending times of any shift, meal break or departure from work for personal
reasons.
- Understand and follow all work rule policies and procedures.
- Follow the Code of Business Ethics and Conduct.
- Maintains a professional clean and pressed business appearance as determined by dealership management.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or the equivalent. Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information. ASE certification preferred. General mechanical skills. Valid driver s license and a good driving record. Manual dexterity. Good judgment.
Working Conditions:
The Technician will stand six to eight hours per shift, lift parts weighing up to 50 pounds several times during each shift, and use hoist and test equipment as needed. S/he will stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, handle, and feel. S/he will use hand and power tools. S/he will be exposed to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, and other hazardous and nonhazardous materials. Road-testing of vehicles may be required. The Technician will be required to wear a dealership uniform at all times.
NOTE:
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirement, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the dealership reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, work load, rush jobs, or technological developments).
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