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Job Description

Work is, but not limited to, transporting, loading, unloading, removal and installation of various glazing systems, glass and architectural metal. Also fabrication of glazing systems and storefronts, curtain-wall systems, pre-glazed sash, ribbon glazing, sloped glazing systems, glass handrails, skylights, retrofit frames, door closers and hardware, installation of all types of glass mirrors, panelized glazed material, spandrels, autoglass, and also sealants, mastic, vinyl, rubber, putty and caulking, which is related to glazing and frames. General glazing includes all removal and installation, setting, cutting and handling of all glass, related products, such as plate, laminated, pelxi, wire, ribbed mirrors, auto and tempered glass.

Work Scope

Installers of glass and architectural metal, window walls, aluminum entrance-ways, doors, pre-glazed sash.
Major Projects Associated With

* University at Buffalo
* Key Center Downtown Buffalo
* Walden Galleria Mall
* WNED-TV
* Downtown Buffalo Sports/Hockey Arena
* Buffalo-Niagara International Airport
* Ralph C. Wilson Stadium

Union Message

"Glaziers Union Local #660 has always worked to keep its local membership highly-trained to adapt and handle the ever-changing industry our workers are employed in. We offer apprentice and journeyman upgrade training at our own training facility at 585 Aero Drive in Cheektowaga, New York in order to provide skilled and competitive workers to contractors in the Buffalo area."
-Daniel M. Boody, Secretary-Treasurer/Business Manager

Apprentice Information

Working Conditions

This trade requires extensive work from scaffolds at varying heights. There is substantial exposure to sunlight and constant bending, kneeling and extensions of the arms, shoulders and upper torso. Often hazardous conditions due to heights and vapors from paints and solvents.

Apprenticeship Training Period

Four years or until 8,000 hours is achieved.
Related Instruction and Method

Classroom Instruction:
Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm
40 hours per week @ four weeks
1 week in January, February, March and April

Qualifications

Must be 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, score satisfactorily on the New York State General Aptitude Test Battery, and have a driver's license and reliable transportation.

Probationary Period

One year.

Tools

Apprentice must purchase 5-IN-1 scraper, drywall taping tools, painter pants and work boots. Average cost ranges between $200 and $250.

Current Journeyman Rate

$21.64 per hour.

Apprentice Wage Progression Schedule

1st 1,000 hours within a 6-month period:
50% of Journeyman Rate - $10.82

2nd 1,000 hours within same period:
55% of Journeyman Rate - $11.90

3rd 1,000 hours within same period:
60% of Journeyman Rate - $12.98

4th 1,000 hours within same period:
65% of Journeyman Rate - $14.07

5th 1,000 hours within same period:
70% of Journeyman Rate - $15.15

6th 1,000 hours within same period:
75% of Journeyman Rate - $16.23

7th 1,000 hours within same period:
80% of Journeyman Rate - $17.31

8th 1,000 hours within same period:
90% of Journeyman Rate - $19.48

(All rates are per hour)

Estimated Annual Earning

$37,000 to $43,000 Journeyman*
* Estimates are based upon average hours worked, which may vary from year to year

Fringe Benefits

Apprentice - Health & Pension.
Journeyman - Health, Pension, Annuity, education and Vacation.
Both eligible for Health Benefits after working 1,000 hours.

Union Dues

Initiation Fee, $50.00 + one years dues. Monthly dues $26.00. Working dues (Apprentice), 3% of gross earnings. (Journeyman), 5% of gross earnings.

Recruitment for Next Class

1st Tuesday of every month, 5pm to 7pm

Contact:
Mr. Joe Cloutier, Director: Apprenticeship/Journeyman Upgrade
District Council #4
(716) 565-0112

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