Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainee

Safelite; Altamonte Springs (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals to join their team as Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainees. This exciting opportunity allows you to learn the trade while earning a competitive wage. With a comprehensive 3-month paid training program, you'll gain the skills needed to install and repair auto glass, recalibrate safety systems, and deliver exceptional service. Enjoy the benefits of a supportive work environment that values your growth and offers a clear path for career advancement. If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and build a fulfilling career, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Medical Plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 annually

Paid Training

Tools and Resources Provided

Competitive Weekly Pay

Opportunity for Promotion

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a valid driver's license.
• Comfortable working outside in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Install and repair auto glass with hands-on training.
• Recalibrate automotive safety systems and provide quality service.

Skills

Mechanical Ability

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Independently

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Company Vehicle

Company-Issued Tools

Job description

Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainee page is loaded

Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainee

Apply locations ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id JR54238

Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.

Do you like to be challenged? Have natural mechanical ability? Work independently, but also as part of a team with opportunities for growth and advancement?

Join Safelite as an Auto Glass Technician Trainee — the first step in becoming a certified auto glass technician on a nationally recognized team of expert installers! We’ll train you to install and repair auto glass, recalibrate car safety systems and provide service so great, it’s memorable. And you’ll get paid to learn it all!

We’re more than just a glass company. We empower our associates with the support they need to be efficient, to problem-solve and have an eye for detail, and most importantly, to deliver quality service and bring a little unexpected happiness to people’s lives.

This isn’t your typical desk job! You’ll be outdoors, working with your hands, and yes, that means working in an ever-changing environment with all sorts of weather conditions.

It’s time to start that new career you’ve been thinking about. Invest in yourself and learn more about our 3-month paid training program. Once on the job, your pay is evaluated every six months to ensure you’re rewarded for outstanding performance!

As a Technician Trainee you will:

• Be paid to learn and apprentice the Safelite way, through hands-on and classroom training, including:
• Installing and repairing auto glass
• Recalibrating automotive safety systems
• Providing additional services & products
• Study and pass testing to become a Safelite-certified Technician showing proficiency in installations, embracing a positive attitude and following taught techniques.
• Safely operate a company vehicle and company-issued tools utilized throughout the workday.

What you’ll get:

• Competitive weekly pay starting at $20/hour, increasing to $22/hour after training and certification.
• Earn $5/set of wiper blades when added for customer safety.
• Potential to be promoted in your first year! Earn up to $26/hour as a Senior Tech & up to $28/hour as a Master Tech. Technician career levels determined based on performance metrics demonstrating efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• A benefits package valued at more than $10k*. Includes 401(k) plan with company matching, medical plans, paid time off, holidays & volunteer days.
• Program to buy additional PTO or sell unused time up to 16 hours.
• Up to $5,250 annually in tuition reimbursement.
• Paid training and all the tools and resources you'll need to be successful.

What you’ll need: (Not sure if you meet all the requirements? We encourage you to apply!)

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid state-issued driver’s license required
• Comfortable working outside (in a wide variety of weather conditions) on your feet for extended periods
• Ability to work scheduled days, with flexibility on start and end times to accommodate customer’s needs
• Ability to regularly lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• High school diploma/GED/equivalent preferred; ability to read & write

Internal Associates: Already a member of the Safelite team? Apply through your Workday account by searching 'Find Open Jobs'.

Diversity: Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at Safelite.com/Careers.

Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.

This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements.

Join our Talent Community

Didn't find the right job? Upload your resume for ongoing consideration!

Who We Are

Safelite was founded in Wichita, Kansas in 1947. A leading service organization, the Safelite family of brands delivers our People Powered, Customer Driven experience to more than 11 million customers annually.

Safelite AutoGlass, the nation’s largest provider of vehicle glass repair, replacement and recalibration services, operates more than 700 stores and 7,900 Mobile Glass Shops across all 50 U.S. states, while Safelite Solutions provides property and casualty claims management services to more than 175 insurance and fleet clients.

We’re People Powered: Our people come first. We care about your well-being and we’ll give you what you need to have a happy work/life.

We’re good at what we do: we're proud of our 88% Net Promoter Score (NPS).

We’re big: We’re owned by Belron, the world’s largest vehicle glass company, spanning 40 countries across 6 continents.

We’re trustworthy: We provide coverage to all U.S. drivers in all 50 states.

We give back: Community service is important to us - we’ve even recycled 107K+ tons of glass to date.

We're diverse: Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We don’t discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, nor do we tolerate discrimination or harassment against our associates and clients.

What You Should Know

Accessibility: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Safelite will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals who need assistance in the application/hiring process.

Privacy: To review and consider your application, Safelite collects personal information. To understand what is collected and why, carefully review the Applicant Privacy Notice presented during your online application and/or review our Applicant Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

Agencies: Safelite does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach from third-party recruiters. Absent a signed MSA and approval and request from Talent Acquisition to submit resumes for a specific requisition, we will not approve payment to any third party.

Note: The contact methods provided are exclusively for accessibility and vendor management requests. All other outreach to these contacts will not be responded to.