Experienced Auto Glass Installation Technician

Safelite Fulfilment; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical plans

Paid time off

Holidays & volunteer days

Tuition reimbursement

Paid training

Job summary

Safelite is seeking Auto Glass Technicians at Technician, Senior Technician, or Master Technician levels. You’ll perform glass repair, replacement, and recalibration with focus on safety and customer service.

Join a leading auto glass company with opportunities for coaching, leadership, and career growth, including advanced technology and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; valid driver’s license.
• Experience in auto glass installation/repair preferred.
• Excellent customer service and safety focus required.

Responsibilities

• Provide vehicle glass repair and replacement services at Safelite Shop or Mobile Shop.
• Clean customer vehicles after every job.
• Recalibrate automotive safety systems and perform diagnostics.
• Operate Safelite tools and technologies safely and effectively.
• Safely operate company and customer vehicles during the workday.
• Communicate with customers in-person, text, and by phone; promote Safelite services.
• Senior/Master Technicians may coach and mentor others.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Physical stamina

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

True Seal

Ezi-Wire

Glass Table System

MRM tech

Job description

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. If you are an experienced Auto Glass Technician, you already know your skills are in demand. As the industry leader and part of Belron®, the world leader in vehicle glass repair, replacement, and recalibration, Safelite is investing in advanced technology, career growth, and technician development. Whether you currently work for a national competitor, regional glass provider, dealership, collision center, or independent shop, we would love to talk with you. Already working in Auto Glass? If you are successful where you are but open to career growth, advanced technology, leadership opportunities, or a different long-term career path, we welcome a conversation.

A Brief Overview

You bring the skills—we’ll match you to the right level and set you up to succeed. This position may be filled at the Technician, Senior Technician, or Master Technician level based on experience, qualifications, technical capabilities, and certifications. Senior and Master Technician positions may include coaching, mentoring, and technical leadership responsibilities.

What You Will Do

• Provide all vehicle glass repair and replacement services at a Safelite Shop or Mobile Glass Shop in the most efficient manner, focusing on safety, quality and exceptional customer service.
• Clean customer vehicles after every job.
• Recalibrating automotive safety systems, including trouble-shooting and completing diagnostic testing.
• Proficiently operate Safelite’s tools and technologies, including: True Seal®, Ezi-Wire™, Glass Table System (GTS), chemicals (as required bv the “Safelite Way of Fitting”, work order and customer administration systems, and Safelite's handheld Mobile Resource Management (MRM) technology.
• Safely operate company and customer vehicles throughout the workday.
• Communicate with all scheduled customers in-person, via text, and on the phone; present, promote and sell Safelite promotional items and services to customers.
• Senior and Master Technician levels will serve as a technical resource, support technician development, share best practices, and assist with coaching and mentoring activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

What You’ll Get

• Technician: $22.75 - $25.25/hr
• Senior Technician: $25.25 - $28.00/hr
• Master Technician: $27.50 - $30.50/hr
• 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. Clear career pathway from Technician to Senior Technician to Master Technician, plus opportunities in mentorship, training, and leadership. Actual compensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, certifications, geographic market, and internal equity.

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.

Experience Qualifications

Applicants will be considered for Technician, Senior Technician, or Master Technician placement based on experience, technical capability, certifications, productivity, quality performance, leadership experience, and customer service excellence.

• Technician: Typically 1+ years of vehicle glass installation, repair, replacement, recalibration, or closely related automotive service experience.
• Senior Technician: Typically 3+ years of vehicle glass experience with demonstrated technical proficiency, quality performance, and independent operation.
• Master Technician: Typically 5+ years of vehicle glass experience with advanced technical expertise and demonstrated mentoring, coaching, or training capability.

Experience ranges are intended as guidelines and may vary based on qualifications and business needs.

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 uniform 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)

Preferred Attributes

• Passion for craftsmanship and quality work
• Interest in emerging vehicle technology and ADAS systems
• Desire to continue growing within the trade
• Interest in mentoring others (Senior and Master levels)

Company Overview

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 MobileGlassShops™ across all 50 U.S. states, while Safelite® Solutions provides property and casualty claims management services to more than 175 insurance and fleet clients. All of this is supported through our technology-forward supply chain and corporate services. 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.