Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainee

belron; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 860 - 1,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Medical plans

Paid time off

Holidays

Volunteer days

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Safelite is seeking a Technician Trainee in Tyler, TX. You will be trained to become a proficient auto glass technician, earning Safelite SafeTech certification and developing skills for glass repair, replacement and recalibrations. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and delivering high-quality service to customers.

As you progress, you may be promoted and offered further opportunities. Comprehensive benefits include medical plans, paid time off and a 401(k) with company matching.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid state driver's license required to operate a company vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to learn and complete Safelite SafeTech certification.

Responsibilities

• 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 and run diagnostic testing.
• Provide additional services and products to customers.
• Study and pass testing to become Safelite-certified.
• Safely operate company vehicles and tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with policies.

Skills

Customer service

Diagnostics tools

Safety compliance

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

In-cab safety camera

Job description

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.

A 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, including:
• Observing and assisting in installing and repairing auto glass
• Recalibrating automotive safety systems, including trouble‑shooting and completing diagnostic testing
• 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 company and customer vehicles, company‑issued tools and chemicals utilized throughout the workday.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

What you'll get

• Competitive weekly pay starting at $19.25/hour, increasing to $XX/hour after training and certification.
• Earn additional income when customers choose value added products and services.
• Potential to be promoted in your first year! Earn a starting pay of $XX/hour as a Senior Tech & $XX/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.
• View all our health, wealth, and life offerings at www.safelitebenefits.com.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma GED/Equivalent Preferred
• Valid state‑issued driver's license any other license(s) (as 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 lift and carry 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 but not limited to 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's needs
• Proficiency in using computerized diagnostic tools to complete recalibrations and trouble‑shoot issues
• Problem‑solving and ability to trouble‑shoot 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 (e.g., time pressure and productivity measures).

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 be