O*NET-SOC 47-2121.00

Glaziers

Install glass in windows, skylights, store fronts, and display cases, or on surfaces, such as building fronts, interior walls, ceilings, and tabletops.

Preparation

ItemValue
Preparation zoneZone 2 – Some preparation needed
What O*NET says the zone requiresSome previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed
Broad occupation in O*NETTrue (Yes)
Skills listed for this occupation6
Abilities listed for this occupation6
Tasks listed for this occupation5
Interest scores given for this occupation6

Skills

The 6 skills with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.

SkillO*NET elementImportanceDate
Coordination2.B.1.b3.008/2023
Critical Thinking2.A.2.a3.008/2023
Reading Comprehension2.A.1.a3.008/2023
Speaking2.A.1.d3.008/2023
Time Management2.B.5.a3.008/2023
Active Listening2.A.1.b2.8808/2023

The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.

Abilities

The 6 abilities with the highest importance values in this occupation's records.

AbilityO*NET elementImportanceDate
Arm-Hand Steadiness1.A.2.a.13.8808/2023
Near Vision1.A.4.a.13.7508/2023
Multilimb Coordination1.A.2.b.23.3808/2023
Trunk Strength1.A.3.a.43.3808/2023
Manual Dexterity1.A.2.a.23.2508/2023
Problem Sensitivity1.A.1.b.33.2508/2023

The importance value is what each record itself carries on O*NET's importance scale; the date is the date in each record.

Tasks

The tasks O*NET records for this occupation, with the type, respondent count and date each record carries.

TaskTypeIncumbents respondingDate
Read and interpret blueprints or specifications to determine size, shape, color, type, or thickness of glass, location of framing, installation procedures, or staging or scaffolding materials required.Core7608/2023
Determine plumb of walls or ceilings, using plumb lines and levels.Core7808/2023
Install pre-assembled metal or wood frameworks for windows or doors to be fitted with glass panels, using hand tools.Core7708/2023
Fabricate or install metal sashes or moldings for glass installation, using aluminum or steel framing.Core7608/2023
Operate cranes or hoists with suction cups to lift large, heavy pieces of glass.Core7708/2023

Work interests

The interest scores O*NET gives this occupation, on the six interest types.

InterestScoreDate
Realistic6.5511/2023
Conventional3.3311/2023
Artistic2.211/2023
Investigative2.011/2023
Social1.6311/2023
Enterprising1.5811/2023

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Source: O*NET 29.1 Database (Occupation Data, Job Zones, Skills, Abilities, Task Statements, Interests), U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. Data fetched 2026-10-31. See about and sources.