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Glazier
Work Description:Glaziers put the glitter and gleam in today’s buildings. They cut, fabricate and install glass and metal glass-holding window products, including aluminum doors, storefronts, curtainwalls and skylights. Glaziers must be skilled in cutting, handling and setting all types of glass, mirrors and structural glass from ground level to great heights. They must be knowledgeable about chemicals, primers and sealants they use to water-seal the frames and glass they install. Glaziers must work together as a team and follow safety rules to protect themselves from injuries and cuts. Apprentice Age: Minimum: 18 years Maximum: None Training Program: Insulators and asbestos workers receive four years of training, which includes 144 hours of classroom training annually and 1,600 hours of on-the-job training per year. Classes are held twice monthly on consecutive days from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. during the normal work week. Classes are conducted for nine months of the calendar year with three months off during the summer. Apprentices must complete the required number of training hours each year to advance to the next level. Instruction in a variety of mechanical systems with all types of insulation and prefabrication are taught both on-the-job and at the training facility. Application Process: Applications accepted every September at the local union office. Applicants must present a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver’s license, birth certificate complete the standard international union application. Upon acceptance, applicants must take A.C.T. for Trade School testing and complete an interview. Drug testing is conducted before final acceptance. To Apply, Contact: Vernon F. Schlemmer, Jr., Apprentice Coordinator Glaziers, Architectural Metal & Glassworkers Local Union No. 513 5916 Wilson Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110 314/644-3922 Fax: 314/644-4621 To The Top |
