Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers
SOC Code: 49-3022 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Replace or repair broken windshields and window glass in motor vehicles.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $39,811 | $51,854 | $63,898 | $75,941 |
| Northeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $39,083 | $50,690 | $62,317 | $73,923 |
| St. Cloud, MN | $38,605 | $50,357 | $62,109 | $73,861 |
| Mankato, MN | $37,544 | $49,546 | $61,547 | $73,549 |
| Northwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $38,688 | $50,274 | $61,838 | $73,424 |
| Southeast Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $37,502 | $49,130 | $60,736 | $72,363 |
| Duluth, MN-WI | $37,336 | $48,859 | $60,403 | $71,926 |
| Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area | $37,502 | $48,963 | $60,445 | $71,906 |
| Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT | $46,842 | $55,016 | $63,211 | $71,386 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $47,382 | $54,850 | $62,338 | $69,805 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | 3.1 | |
| Equipment Selection | 3.0 | |
| Speaking | 3.0 | |
| Time Management | 2.9 | |
| Service Orientation | 2.9 | |
| Monitoring | 2.9 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 2.9 | |
| Active Listening | 2.9 | |
| Critical Thinking | 2.9 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 2.8 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.1 |
| Mechanical | 3.7 |
| English Language | 3.3 |
| Administration and Management | 3.0 |
| Administrative | 3.0 |
| Public Safety and Security | 2.8 |
| Personnel and Human Resources | 2.7 |
| Sales and Marketing | 2.6 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 89.5% |
| Less than high school | 9.1% |
| Some college | 1.4% |
Typical Tasks
- Remove all dirt, foreign matter, and loose glass from damaged areas, apply primer along windshield or window edges, and allow primer to dry.
- Allow all glass parts installed with urethane ample time to cure, taking temperature and humidity into account.
- 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.
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