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Binswanger Glass

The Role

Overview

Install, repair, and maintain glass for residential and commercial properties.

Key Responsibilities

  • glass installation
  • emergency repair
  • tool maintenance
  • estimate prep
  • safety compliance
  • client communication

Tasks

-Use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, goggles, and safety harnesses as needed. -Communicate effectively with clients to understand their glass needs and provide expert recommendations. -Provide emergency glass repair services for clients experiencing urgent issues, such as broken windows or storefront glass. -Install glass in frames, sashes, and panels, ensuring secure placement and proper sealing. -Ensure that all glass installations and repairs comply with local building codes and safety standards. -Provide accurate and timely estimates for glass installation, repair, or replacement services. -Ensure tools and equipment are in good working condition and report any malfunctions or repairs needed. -Address any customer concerns or questions, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction. -Respond promptly to service calls and prioritize emergency repairs as necessary. -Measure, cut, and install glass for windows, mirrors, doors, and other fixtures in residential and commercial properties. -Work will be performed on residential and commercial job sites. -Adhere to safety guidelines and regulations while handling glass and operating tools. -Coordinate with other team members, contractors, or subcontractors as necessary to complete complex installations or repairs. -Operate and maintain tools and equipment, such as glass cutters, suction cups, power tools, and safety gear. -Manage multiple service requests efficiently, ensuring timely completion of jobs. -Provide recommendations to clients regarding glass repairs, replacement, or upgrades. -Install tempered, laminated, and insulated glass as required. -Properly dispose of broken glass and other materials in accordance with safety protocols. -Assess and repair damaged or broken glass in windows, doors, and storefronts. -Accurately interpret measurements on a tape measure. -Perform glass replacement, re-glazing, and sealant application to ensure the integrity and functionality of glass installations. -Maintain accurate records of work performed, including materials used and time spent on each job.

Requirements

  • glass installation
  • glass cutting
  • glass types
  • mobile apps
  • trade certification
  • osha

What You Bring

-Ability to assess damage and determine the best repair or replacement solutions. -High school diploma or equivalent (required). -Ability to lift and carry heavy materials (up to 75 lbs) as needed. -Outdoor and indoor work, in various weather conditions. -Maintain professionalism and a positive attitude while working on job sites and interacting with clients. -Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and work in various positions for extended periods. -Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (required). -Excellent customer service and communication skills. -Familiarity with using glass-related tools and equipment. -Must be able to work in a variety of environments, including construction zones, and follow all safety protocols. -Certification from a recognized trade school or apprenticeship program (preferred). -Comfortable working at heights and on ladders or scaffolding. -Proven experience in glass installation, repair, and replacement. -Experience with mobile application relevant to your job responsibilities or being comfortable using mobile technology to record and report work related functions. -Experience with a variety of glass types, including tempered, insulated, laminated, and custom glass. -Strong knowledge of glass cutting, handling, and installation techniques. -Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a glazier in both residential and commercial settings. -Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. -Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and best practices (preferred). -Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

-Daily Pay -100% Company-paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance -Tuition Reimbursement -Industry-leading Compensation -Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including 9 annual holidays -Employee Assistance Program -Supplemental Life Insurance and additional Voluntary Benefits -401K with employer match -Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans

The Company

About Binswanger Glass

-Rebuilding after the Civil War, the company was founded in Richmond, VA. -Expanded through the early 20th century to Memphis and Houston, overcoming economic and wartime challenges. -During WWII, the company contributed by manufacturing precision glass optics and was awarded an Army-Navy 'E' rating. -Shifted focus from auto-glass to large-scale flat-glass projects, divesting the auto division in 2022. -Undertakes projects such as high-rise curtain walls, hospital facades, university unions, and corporate campuses.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Commercial

Architectural

Construction

Home Renovations

New Construction

Storefronts & Entrances

Curtain Wall Systems

Breath Barriers

Mirrors

Door Repair

Hurricane Rated Glass

Office Doors & Partitions

Railing Systems

Security Glazing

Switchable Privacy Glass

Transaction Windows

Window Retrofit

Glass Repair

Glass Replacement