Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainee
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Automotive Technician, Automotive Mechanic
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Do you want to be at the forefront of automotive care while earning a solid income? We’re known as a leading auto glass company and we’re looking for newly motivated individuals to grow with us. Even if you don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
A Brief OverviewA Technician Trainee will be trained and educated to become a proficient auto glass technician. Upon completing our training program, trainees receive the Safelite Safe Tech certification and fundamental skills for unsupervised glass repair, replacement, and recalibrations. They embody the Safelite Spirit with a can‑do attitude, caring heart, and service mindset while striving to bring unexpected happiness to customers with jobs completed timely and at the highest quality standards.
WhatYou Will Do
- Be paid to learn and apprentice the Safelite way, through hands‑on and classroom training, including:
- Observing and assisting in installing and repairing auto glass
- Recalibrating automotive safety systems, including trouble‑shooting and completing diagnostic testing
- Providing additional services & products
- Study and pass testing to become a Safelite‑certified Technician showing proficiency in installations, embracing a positive attitude and following taught techniques.
- Safely operate company and customer vehicles, company‑issued tools and chemicals utilized throughout the workday.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
- Competitive weekly pay starting at $20.25/hour, increasing to $24/hour after training and certification.
- Earn $5 each set of wiper blades when added for customer safety.
- A benefits package valued at more than $10k* (includes 401(k) plan with company matching, medical plans, paid time off, holidays & volunteer days.)
- Program to buy additional PTO or sell unused time up to 16 hours.
- Up to $5,250 annually in tuition reimbursement.
- Paid training and all the tools and resources you'll need to be successful.
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- High School Diploma, GED/Equivalent (Preferred)
- Valid state‑issued driver’s license (Required)
- Must be 18 years of age or older (Required)
- Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, work in tight spaces, bend and twist body.
- Ability to use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
- Ability to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with all federal, state and local laws and agreement to be monitored via in‑cab vehicle safety camera / video surveillance technology.
- Maintains professionalism and passion for providing outstanding customer service and exceeding customer expectations.
- Ability to safely work outside (in a wide variety of weather conditions and extreme temperatures) for extended periods.
- Ability to work with chemicals (including but not limited to flammable chemicals), as applicable per the “Safelite Way of Fitting”.
- Ability to work scheduled days, with flexibility on start and end times to accommodate customer’s needs.
- Proficiency in using computerized diagnostic tools to complete recalibrations and trouble‑shoot issues.
- Problem‑solving and ability to trouble‑shoot issues, independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to read, write and interpret the English language and technical directions.
- Ability to communicate orally (via phone) and written (via computer or other electronic means).
- Ability to maintain a professional appearance, adhering to Company dress code and PPE policies.
- Willingness and ability to maintain stable performance under professional or personal pressure and/or opposition (e.g., time pressure and productivity measures).
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. This description does NOT constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change.
Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws. Physical and mental demands are not job qualification standards but illustrate tasks where accommodations may be needed.
Diversity:
Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at Careers
Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.
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