Glazier / Glass Installer in Grand Rapids, MI
Salary data, training programs, and job outlook for Grand Rapids-area Glazier / Glass Installers
💰 Grand Rapids Area Salary
Salaries vary by employer, experience, and certifications. Grand Rapids figures based on regional BLS data and cost-of-living adjustments.
📋 About Glazier / Glass Installer Work in Grand Rapids
Glaziers cut, install, and replace glass in windows, storefronts, skylights, and curtain walls — shaping the glass facades that define modern architecture. Demand grows with commercial construction, and the work offers great variety from residential windows to towering skyscraper curtain walls.
What You Do Day-to-Day
- Cut glass and other glazing materials to size
- Install windows, storefronts, and curtain walls
- Apply weatherseal and caulking
- Repair broken or cracked glass
- Read blueprints and work with architects on specifications
🎓 Training Programs Near Grand Rapids
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📈 Job Outlook
National Growth: 7% (Faster than average)
National Jobs: 51K employed nationwide
Credential Required: AGMA or Local Union Apprenticeship
Typical Program: Apprenticeship — 3–4 years