Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainee

Safelite; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 32,373 - 38,228; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually

Job summary

Safelite is seeking a Technician Trainee in Escondido, California, who will be trained to become an auto glass technician. This position pays competitive weekly wages starting at $23.50/hour, increasing to $27.75/hour upon certification.

The trainee will learn essential skills such as glass repair and recalibration, receive comprehensive benefits, including health and educational reimbursements, and will embody the Safelite Spirit in servicing customers with excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to read and interpret technical directions.
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Be paid to learn and apprentice through hands-on and classroom training.
• Observe and assist in installing and repairing auto glass.
• Provide additional services and products as needed.

Skills

Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds

Proficiency in using hand and power tools

Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely

Outstanding customer service skills

Problem-solving ability

Ability to communicate in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid state-issued driver's license

Tools

Computerized diagnostic tools

Job description

Brief Overview

A Technician Trainee will be trained and educated to become a proficient auto glass technician. Upon completing our training program, the trainee will receive the Safelite SafeTech certification and will possess fundamental skills necessary for performing unsupervised glass repair, replacement and recalibrations. The trainee is expected to embody the Safelite Spirit with a can-do attitude, caring heart and service mindset while striving to bring unexpected happiness to customers by completing jobs timely and with the highest quality standards.

What You Will Do

• Be paid to learn and apprentice the Safelite way through hands‑on and classroom training.
• Observe and assist in installing and repairing auto glass.
• Recalibrate automotive safety systems, troubleshoot, and complete diagnostic testing.
• Provide additional services and products.
• Study and pass testing to become a Safelite‑certified Technician, showing proficiency in installations and following taught techniques.
• Safely operate company and customer vehicles, company‑issued tools, and chemicals utilized throughout the workday.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive weekly pay starting at $23.50/hour, increasing to $27.75/hour after training and certification.
• Earn $5 per set of wiper blades added for customer safety.
• A benefits package valued at more than $10k, including a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical plans, paid time off, holidays and 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.
• View all our health, wealth, and life offerings at www.safelitebenefits.com.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent – Preferred.
• Valid state‑issued driver’s license. Any other license required by federal, state and local laws to operate a company vehicle – Required.

Experience Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older – Required.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, work in tight spaces, bend and twist body.
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with all federal, state and local laws, and agreement to be monitored via in‑cab vehicle safety camera/video surveillance technology.
• Maintains professionalism and passion for providing outstanding customer service and exceeding customer expectations.
• Ability to safely work outside in a wide variety of weather conditions and extreme temperatures for extended periods.
• Ability to work with chemicals, including flammable chemicals, as applicable per the “Safelite Way of Fitting.”
• Ability to work scheduled days with flexibility on start and end times to accommodate customer needs.
• Proficiency in using computerized diagnostic tools to complete recalibrations and troubleshoot issues.
• Problem‑solving ability to troubleshoot issues independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to read, write and interpret the English language and technical directions.
• Ability to communicate orally (via phone) and written (via computer or other electronic means).
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance, adhering to company dress code and PPE policies.
• Willingness and ability to maintain stable performance under professional or personal pressure and/or opposition.

Other Information

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.

Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws, regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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