ASSEMBLE PATH · ONTARIO TRADE 424A

Architectural Glass and Metal Technician

An Architectural Glass and Metal Technician handles, measures, cuts, prepares, fits, installs, replaces and repairs all types of glass and glass substitutes, typically in commercial, residential and transportation settings. An Architectural Glass and Metal Technician fabricates and installs curtain wall framing, aluminium storefront frames and entrances, doors and hardware, structural silicone glazing, skylights and sloped glazing. Specifically, an Architectural Glass and Metal Technician:

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RED SEAL TRADENON-COMPULSORY IN ONTARIOCONSTRUCTION / BUILDING SYSTEMS
Architectural Glass and Metal Technician working safely in a representative workplace

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WHY THE WORK MATTERS

Precision glazing turns a structural opening into light, weather protection and architectural character.

These technicians measure, fabricate, handle and install glass, curtain wall, entrances, skylights, sealants and architectural metal systems in buildings.

8,000 hoursgeneral apprenticeship duration
$60,000estimated median at 2,000 paid hours
Red Seal tradenationally recognized standard

EXPLORE IN ORDER

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WHERE THE WORK LIVES

Real settings for real work

commercial glazing contractorscurtain-wall manufacturers and installersresidential glass companiesinstitutional construction sitesglass service and specialty-fabrication shops

EVIDENCE BASE

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