Experienced Technician Trainee

Safelite Fulfilment; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical plans

Paid time off

Holidays & volunteer days

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Safelite is seeking technicians to perform glass repair/replacement in stores or mobile units. You will calibrate safety systems and use Safelite tools while ensuring safety and high-quality service.

Roles vary by experience (Technician/Senior/Master) with potential for mentorship, paid training, and a clear career path. Benefits include substantial coverage and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Auto Glass Technician (2+ years preferred)
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods
• Excellent customer service and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Provide all vehicle glass repair and replacement services in a Safelite Shop or Mobile Glass Shop
• Calibrate automotive safety systems and perform diagnostic testing
• Operate Safelite tools and customer systems efficiently
• Assist with coaching and mentoring as needed

Skills

Vehicle glass installation

Calibrations

Tool proficiency

Customer service

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma GED/Equivalent

Driver's license

Tools

True Seal®

Ezi‑Wire™

Glass Table System

Job description

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.
• Recalibrate 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 by 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

What You’ll Get

• Technician: $25.25 - $33.50/hr
• Senior Technician: $28.00 - $37.25/hr
• Master Technician: $30.50 - $40.75/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.
• 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.

Required

Proven experience as an Auto Glass Technician (2+ years preferred)

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.

Experience

• 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.

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).

Base Pay Range

Min - Max (in $USD): $0.00 - $0.00 -- Internal Associates:

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.

Reasonable accommodation

Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements.

Physical and mental demands

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 and regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.

Accessibility

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

Privacy

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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.

Health and Safety

To ensure a safe working environment and protect the community at large, depending on the position, Safelite may require pre‑employment screenings, including background checks and/or drug screenings, attestation of COVID‑19 vaccination status, and precautions against COVID‑19 in select work settings, subject to all applicable local, state and federal laws. Safelite will grant reasonable accommodations that do not cause an undue hardship to the business to legally entitled associates.

About Safelite

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.

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