73111

Glaziers

TEER 3 — College diploma, shorter apprenticeship or 6+ months training

Express Entry skill level: Yes
Regulated in Québec: Yes
In demand in Manitoba: No

Classification

Trades, transport & equipment operators

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Definition

Glaziers cut, fit, install and replace glass in residential, commercial and industrial buildings, on exterior walls of buildings and other structures and in furniture and other products. They are employed by construction glass installation contractors, retail service and repair shops and glass fabrication shops, or they may be self-employed. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Read and interpret blueprints and specifications to determine type and thickness of glass, frame, installation procedure and materials required
Measure and mark glass and cut glass using glass cutters or computerized cutter
Tint glass and create patterns on glass by etching, sandblasting or painting designs
Assemble, erect and dismantle scaffolds, rigging and hoisting equipment
Position glass panes into frames and secure glass using clips, points or mouldings
Assemble and install prefabricated glass, mirrors or glass products on walls, ceilings or exteriors of building
Fabricate metal frames for glass installation
Install, fit, fabricate and attach architectural metals or related substitute products in commercial and residential buildings
Install pre-cut mirrors and opaque and transparent glass panels in frames to form exterior walls of buildings
Replace glass in furniture and other products
Prepare and install skylights, showcases and aquariums and stained or other special glass in churches, museums, sports and other establishments
Repair and service residential windows, commercial aluminum doors and other glass supporting structures, and replace damaged glass or faulty sealant
May prepare cost estimates for customers or clients.

Example job titles

•glazier
•glazier and metal mechanic
•glazier apprentice
•plate glass installer
•stained glass glazier
•structural glass glazier

Overview

Under the official ESDC NOC 2021 classification, Glaziers (NOC 73111) are classified as TEER 3 skilled trades professionals. These workers cut, fit, install, and replace glass in residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, as well as on surfaces like building fronts, interior walls, showcases, and mirrors. Glaziers are primarily employed by construction glass installation contractors and retail service shops, though some may choose to be self-employed.

To work as a glazier in Canada, completion of secondary school is typically required, along with a three- to four-year apprenticeship program or over four years of relevant work experience combined with some industry courses. Trade certification is mandatory in Quebec and voluntary in all other provinces and territories. Qualified candidates under TEER 3 may be eligible for Canadian immigration pathways such as the Express Entry system's Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP), Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), or regional immigration pilots.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or professional immigration advice. For official guidelines, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated Canadian immigration professional.

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Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.