BERT OGDEN MCALLEN NISSAN WINDSHIELD INSTALLER

Fiesta Chevrolet; McAllen, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401(K)

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Fiesta Chevrolet is seeking a Windshield Installer to remove and install windshields and related glass components in accordance with manufacturer specifications and company standards. The role also involves sensor calibration after windshield replacement to ensure cameras and safety systems work correctly.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders, protecting surfaces, preparing materials, and documenting calibration results while maintaining a clean, safe work area and providing excellent

Qualifications

• Read and comprehend instructions.
• General mechanical skills.
• Manual dexterity and careful handling.
• Good judgment and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders with service staff to confirm vehicle information, glass replacement needs, calibration requirements, and customer concerns.
• Inspect vehicles before service and protect surfaces during windshield removal, installation, and calibration work.
• Safely remove damaged windshields, moldings, trim, and adhesives.
• Prepare pinch welds, primers, urethane per manufacturer procedures.
• Install windshields and related glass components with proper tools and alignment methods.
• Perform camera and sensor calibration after windshield replacement using calibration targets and scan tools.
• Verify installations for proper fit, seal, leaks, and operation of safety features.

Skills

General mechanical skills

Manual dexterity

Reading comprehension

Good judgment

Education

High School Diploma

ASE certification (preferred)

Tools

Calibration equipment

Glass installation tools

Job description

Description

The Windshield Installer is responsible for removing and installing automotive windshields and related glass components in accordance with manufacturer specifications, company standards, and safety requirements. This position also performs or assists with sensor calibration after windshield replacement to help ensure cameras, sensors, and related safety systems operate properly. The role requires strong attention to detail, proper use of glass installation and calibration equipment, safe handling of adhesives and materials, and a commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Review work orders with service staff to confirm vehicle information, glass replacement needs, calibration requirements, and customer concerns.
• Inspect vehicles before service and protect interior and exterior surfaces during windshield removal, installation, and calibration work.
• Safely remove damaged windshields, moldings, trim, adhesives, and related components while minimizing risk of damage to the vehicle body, paint, interior, and electrical systems.
• Prepare pinch welds, glass surfaces, primers, urethane, and related materials according to manufacturer procedures and company quality standards.
• Install windshields and related automotive glass components using proper tools, materials, alignment methods, and safe drive-away time requirements.
• Reconnect, transfer, or verify attached components such as mirrors, rain sensors, cameras, moldings, clips, and trim panels as required.
• Perform or assist with camera and sensor calibration after windshield replacement using approved calibration targets, scan tools, and equipment.
• Follow pre-scan, post-scan, static calibration, and dynamic calibration procedures as required by the vehicle manufacturer and company process.
• Verify completed installations for proper fit, seal, appearance, leaks, noise concerns, warning lights, and proper operation of related safety features.
• Accurately document work performed, materials used, calibration results, scan reports, and any concerns or recommendations related to the service.
• Maintain glass tools, calibration equipment, adhesives, primers, personal protective equipment, and installation supplies in good working condition.
• Follow company procedures, manufacturer guidelines, safety standards, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements while performing glass and calibration services.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper disposal of glass, urethane, blades, liners, and used materials.
• Provide courteous customer service and communicate professionally with team members, advisors, vendors, and management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• General mechanical skills.
• Manual Dexterity.
• Good judgment.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• ASE certification preferred.
• Related experience preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks, including bending, stooping, and reaching.
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, noise, and chemicals.
• Occasional lifting, standing, crawling, reaching, use of stairs.
• Occasional attendance at social gatherings.
• Ability to travel occasionally.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Maintain a clean driving record

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Pass Background Check
• Pass Drug Test
• 21 Years-Old or Older

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• 401(K)
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Medical Insurance