Glazier

Position Purpose/Summary: Responsible for the application of journeyman skills and knowledge in cutting, smoothing, polishing, and setting glass in municipal buildings and equipment. Replacement of all modern forms of glass including tempered insulated units following breakage is the primary day to day function. Work is performed under general supervision in accordance with standard trade practices with review through inspection during process and upon completion.  Work instructions may be oral or written via computerized work management system and are accompanied by sketches if necessary.  No supervision is ordinarily exercised over other employees.

Essential Functions:

• Works from prints, drawings, specifications, schedules, written and verbal orders and instructions.  Installs, assembles, repairs and maintains glazing components.
• Cuts, smooths, polishes, sets glass, performs glazing work of any character, in connection with municipal buildings, equipment and furniture.
• Receives work instructions and specifications.  Prepares necessary sketches and patterns.
• Cuts various kinds and thicknesses of glass to specific sizes and shapes.  Marks out and cuts stock glass with glass cutting tool.  Breaks away excess glass by hand or notched tool.
• Examines glass after cutting for chips, scratches, rough spots, or other flaws or defects. Repairs, smooths, polishes, bevels glass using mastic cement and metal strips.
• Glazes wood furniture, small windows, and office partitions using glazier points and moldings.  Glazes metal furniture using rubber cushions, glazing strips, and screws. Installs mirrors using wooden blocks, plastic sleeves, and cardboard and wooden backings.
• May attach hinges, catches, and similar hardware. Changes ropes, chains, and weights in windows.  Re-putties old sashes.
• Rigs, stages and erects scaffolding as required.  Cleans tools, equipment and work area.
• Performs painting duties during periods when glazing work is not required.
• Performs other duties involved in general and preventative maintenance and repair work such as but not limited to:  inspecting and adjusting storm windows, patching and caulking as required.
• Detects and reports defective and unsafe equipment/material as well as unusual situations to supervisor.  Observe and obey all safety rules, practices and procedures.  Wear and employ all required safety equipment and devices.  Maintains work area in a neat and orderly manner.
• Completes work orders and updates Munis with labor/ status of all work.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of standard practices, materials, tools, equipment, processes and techniques of the glazing trade.
• Considerable knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Working knowledge of applicable sections of the municipal building code.
• Ability to work from written and oral instructions, sketches, and drawings.
• Skill in the use of tools, equipment, and materials in cutting, smoothing and polishing glass.
• Must be willing to coordinate and work with all other trades as needed. 

Education and Experience: 

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of a formal apprenticeship in the glazing trade.
• Minimum of five years’ experience as a journeyman glazier.

Special Necessary Qualifications:  None

Technology, Equipment, Systems, and Tools:  Requires basic computer skills and knowledge of typical craftsmen equipment.

Working Conditions:  Work is mostly performed in a field environment.  Regular and punctual attendance is a requirement.

Physical Requirements and Potential Hazards:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands or fingers; handle or feel; talk and hear; reach with hands and arms; lift and carry.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Content:  This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, and working conditions associated with the position.  While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, these requirements may change over time.  Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.

"If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team!  Come work for us!"

About our District

Springfield Public Schools is a cultural gem in Western Massachusetts that is committed to providing a learning environment that opens the doors of infinite possibilities to our amazing students and staff. We strive to equip each of our approximately 24,000 students with learning experiences that enhance their knowledge and critical thinking skills. We are the 3^rd largest district in Massachusetts. Our district has over 44 languages spoken and over 60 countries represented by both students and staff.  We foster a positive and professional environment in our schools and worksites where people feel valued, respected, supported, seen and heard. Our students and staff share their ideas and perspectives, learning from and appreciating each other. We are a district that is committed to equity and excellence. 

Join a team that Empowers Educators

In addition to offering competitive salaries and benefits, we provide numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff.  We let our data shape the professional development of the district, therefore, it is relevant and actionable. We support our teaching staff with mentors such as instructional leadership specialists and effective educator coaches to work with them throughout the year in lesson planning, data analysis and management. Our district offers career advancement opportunities and is invested in “Grow our Own” and educational pipeline programs. These programs help our staff achieve a college degree or lead to certification pathways. 

If there is something that you would like to know specifically about the position that you are applying for or assistance with matching your skills to a position, Carmen Molina-Figueroa will be happy to assist you at molinafigueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability or homelessness.

NONDISCRIMINATION EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status.

NOTICE OF SEX NONDISCRIMINATION

Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Springfield Public Schools’ Title IX Coordinator, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights at https://ocrcas.ed.gov/contact-ocr, or both.

The Springfield Public Schools Title IX Coordinator is Katie O’Sullivan, Senior Administrator of Human Resources, 1550 Main Street, Springfield, MA 01103, 413-787-7100 ext. 55428, titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com.  

Springfield Public School’s sex nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located on the Springfield Public Schools website, www.springfieldpublicschools.com/non-discrimination

To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please refer to titleix@springfieldpublicschools.com

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