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Build Your Future With Us
Midwest Glass and Glazing (MGG) is a locally owned small business that specializes in the manufacturing and installation of commercial windows, doors, and other openings in the Division 8 scope.
We’re looking for hardworking, skilled, and motivated individuals to join our growing team. At MGG, we believe in creating opportunities for career growth, providing a safe work environment, and quality projects that make a difference.
Why Work With Us?
Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
Health and retirement benefits
Paid training and certifications
Modern tools and equipment
A team that values safety, respect, and collaboration
Apprentice:
Get paid as you learn!
This is a great opportunity to start a career in an in-demand trade and grow with our business.
The MGG Glazier 1 Apprenticeship Program is a 2-year, state-certified certificate program. Apprentices will learn this critical construction trade from experienced master glaziers through a combination of classroom instruction and real-world field work. Participants will all be paired with an experienced mentor and can expect to develop skill in custom metal fabrication, commercial aluminum door and window installation, site safety, commercial construction communications, reading architectural plans and specs, heavy equipment operation, and architectural hardware installation and troubleshooting.
At the successful completion of the program, all apprentices will have received:
Journeyman Certificate signed by the Governor of Kansas (fully transferrable)
State-Issued Journeyman Card (fully transferrable)
Equipment Operator's Certification Card
OSHA 10 Certification
Competitive pay starting day 1 with increases throughout the program
Experience and Skills Required:
High school diploma or equivalent
A team-focused attitude and willingness to learn
A commitment to investing in yourself!
Responsibilities
Assist in the installation and repair of glass in various structures, ensuring adherence to safety standards and guidelines.
Utilize hand and power tools for cutting, shaping, and fitting glass materials.
Read and interpret blueprints to understand project specifications and requirements.
Collaborate with experienced glaziers to learn fabrication techniques and construction site protocols.
Participate in classroom training sessions to enhance glazing skills and knowledge of OSHA regulations.
Perform heavy lifting and maneuvering of glass panels while maintaining a safe work environment.
installer:
Summary:
Are you a hard worker who pays attention to details? If so, working for an installer for our team will be the perfect employment for you. Work with a team and responsibility for doing the work right and treating our customers with courtesy and respect.
Job Duties:
Set glass into frames and bolt metal hinges, locks, handles and other hardware to attach doors/windows to frames and walls.
Install pre-assembled metal frameworks for doors and windows before glass panel installation using hand tools.
Cut, put together, measure or install metal frames and enclosures for glass panels in various areas and structures.
Read and understand blueprints and specifications to know necessary work details, including color, shape, size, type and thickness of glass to be installed, framing location, procedures for installation and any scaffolding or other staging items needed before beginning work.
Drive your vehicle to work locations and unload tools and equipment and use suction cups or cranes to lift out glass panels.
Cut and remove old and broken glass before installing replacement glass.
Pack loose areas between glass panels and molding or frames with glazing compound, and trim excess material with a glazing knife
Lift, hold and secure glass panels and mirrors into position with putty, cement, screws or bolts.
Knowledge and Skills:
High school diploma or equivalent
Understand building and construction methods, materials and tools (we will train)
Know all OSHA construction jobsite requirements (we will provide)
Know and understand mathematics and their practical applications.
Preferred:
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Effective critical thinker
Able to teach others
Company Benefits:
Company-provided tools and safety equipment
Health benefits and 401K
Weekly Pay
Annual PTO accrual
Company logoed apparel
Employee Referral Bonus
Fun Company Events