Glaziers and Metal Mechanics

Glazier and Metal Mechanics – Architectural Glass & Metal Technician

Glaziers and Metal Mechanics are transforming their trade name to “Architectural Glass & Metal Technician” (glaziers) as recommended by the Provincial Advisory Committee on apprenticeship for the trade. Glaziers are workers that install architectural metal frames and glass into buildings primarily in the commercial and institutional sectors. Glazing and glass finishes on buildings can become very artistic. Buildings such as the Royal Ontario Museum and the Opera Centre in Toronto are examples. The industry is diverse with projects such as office towers in large cities to automatic doors at the grocery store. Apprenticeships are available through the OIFSC and the MTCU.

Glaziers and Metal Mechanics – Architectural Glass & Metal Technician

The mandatory health & safety certificates are required prior to starting work!

Some of the working conditions in this trade are;

Wage rates vary around the province ranging from approximately $12.50 per hour for new entrants taking an apprenticeship for the first 1000 hours to as high as $33.64 at the end of the current collective agreement.
Pension, health & welfare, and vacation pay at 10% of gross earnings are paid in all classifications
Hours of work in the industry range from 37 1/2 hours per week to 40 hours depending on the area in the province. Overtime is paid after the prescribed hours in the week.
Journeypersons are expected to supply work boots, hard hat, tools such as screwdrivers, putty knives, goggles, some hand saws, combination squares and others.
Travel and car allowances are paid for out-of-town work

SOBEYS - VAUGHAN (WESTMETRO GLASS)