Windshield Technician

Prime Inc.; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Sick Time

Health Insurance Benefits

401k with match

Tool allowance up to $1500

Dental & Vision Plans

Wellness program

Job summary

Prime Inc. is seeking a windshield installer to join our team in a busy shop environment. You will remove old glass, prep surfaces, and install replacement windshields and related components using hand tools and safety equipment.

The role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and adherence to safety standards. Candidates should have 1–3 years of related experience, a valid driver’s license, and a reliable work history.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational, mechanical, and customer service skills are required.
• Multitasking and a flexible schedule are necessary.
• Some weekend work will be required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Remove dirt and old material from damaged areas and prepare surfaces.
• Install, repair, or replace glass and related materials on vehicles or equipment.
• Use appropriate tools and safety equipment for installation tasks.
• Ensure proper curing and alignment of windshield and windows.
• Inspect stock and select correct windshields and parts for each job.

Skills

Organizational skills

Mechanical aptitude

Customer service

Multitasking

Flexibility

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Ready for a game changing career? It's time you get the best pay and the best benefits package in the region right now!
We have the power to push your career to the next level!

This Exciting Opportunity Features the Following Benefits

• More Free Time - Make Top Tier Pay while Only Working a 3 or 4-Day Work Week!
• PTO & Sick Time
• No Tools? We Provide Up to $1500 for you to Equip Yourself with the Tools of the Trade
• The Power & Size of Prime Gives You Unlimited Advancement Opportunities
• Health Insurance Benefits
• HSA Benefits
• Dental & Vision Plans
• Accident, Short Term Disability & Life Insurance Options
• 401k Retirement Plans with up to a 5% Match from Prime Inc.
• An Innovative Wellness Program that Pays You to be Healthy
• We Provide Bibs, Steel Toed Boots, Coats, or Shirts Yearly with our Prime Apparel Program
• Continued Education Opportunities Include OEM Educational Options, HVAC Certification & College Tuition Reimbursement

Our associates work in the best shops, with the best equipment & are empowered to really make a difference. Prime Inc. is the #1 refrigerated trucking company in America because we invest in our associates. This is your chance to become part of the best team in trucking!

• Remove all dirt, foreign matter, and loose glass from damaged areas, apply primer along windshield or window edges, and allow primer to dry.
• Install replacement glass in vehicle after old glass has been removed and all necessary preparations have been made.
• Allow all glass parts installed with urethane ample time to cure, taking temperature and humidity into account.
• Prime all scratches on pinchwelds with primer and allow primer scratches to dry.
• Obtain windshields or windows for specific makes and models from stock and examine them for defects prior to installation.
• Check for and remove moisture or contamination in damaged areas and keep areas dry until repairs are complete.
• Apply a bead of urethane around the perimeter of each pinchweld and dress the remaining urethane on the pinchwelds so that it is uniform level and thickness.
• Select appropriate tools, safety equipment, and parts, according to job requirements.
• Remove broken or damaged glass windshields or window glass from motor vehicles, using hand tools to remove screws from frames holding glass.
• Install, repair, or replace safety glass and related materials, such as back glass heating elements, on vehicles or equipment.
• Install rubber channeling strips around edges of glass or frames to weatherproof windows or to prevent rattling.
• Hold cut or uneven edges of glass against automated abrasive belts to shape or smooth edges.
• Cool or warm glass in the event of temperature extremes.
• Install new foam dams on pinchwelds, if required.

Steel toed footwear, and safety glasses are required in the shop.

Knowledge

Basic knowledge of the trucking/transportation industry preferred.

Abilities

Strong organizational, mechanical, and customer service skills required. Multitasking and a flexible schedule required. Some weekend work will be necessary for this position.

Experience, Education, And Training

One to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have strong work history, valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Physical Requirements

Candidate must be able to lift and carry 50lbs, push 200lbs, and pull 30lbs. Candidate must be able to pass a job specific post-offer physical prior to beginning employment with Prime, Inc.

Steel toed footwear, and safety glasses are required in the shop.

Working Environment

Primarily indoor shop environment with occasional outside work, weather permitting.

Licensing/Certification

Must have reliable transportation to and from work, a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.