WORKING IN NEW ZEALAND

Glazier

Measures, cuts, finishes, fits and installs flat glass and mirrors.

SKILL LEVEL:

The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification.

TASKS INCLUDE:

• determines type and dimensions of glass required
• lays glass over patterns on padded tables or in jigs

• measures and marks glass for cutting
• examines glass and marks defective areas
• cuts along patterns and templates
• breaks off sheets or excess glass with notched tools or glass pliers
• installs glass and mirrors in windows, skylights, display cases, interior walls and ceilings
• smooths rough edges, using belt sanders or smoothing wheels
• may coat, cut, etch, trim or treat glass to achieve special effects

SPECIALISATIONS:

Glass Embosser

Glass Etcher

Glass Silverer