Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainee

About the position

Safelite is more than just an auto glass company. We aspire to be the greatest, most trusted and admired service brand. This is why we hire the best and brightest people who have a service mindset, a caring heart, and a can-do attitude. Our Auto Glass Technician Trainees reflect our purpose to make a difference and bring unexpected happiness to people's everyday lives. We'll train you to install and repair auto glass, recalibrate car safety systems, and provide service so great - it's memorable. This isn't your typical desk job! You'll be working with your hands outside in an ever-changing environment with various weather conditions. Are you craft-oriented with a performance-driven mindset? Invest in your career with Safelite and learn more about our opportunities for growth and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Learn the Safelite way, through paid hands-on and classroom training.
• Install and repair auto glass and recalibrate automotive safety systems.
• Provide additional services and products to customers.
• Safely operate a company vehicle and company-issued tools utilized throughout the workday.
• Prepare for the next step in your career as a Safelite-certified Technician by testing your knowledge of installations, embracing a positive attitude, and following techniques taught in training.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older with a valid state-issued driver's license.
• Comfortable working outside (in a wide variety of weather conditions) on your feet for extended periods.
• Flexibility on start and end times to accommodate customers' needs while working scheduled days.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• High school diploma/GED/equivalent preferred; ability to read and write.

Benefits

• Paid weekly with competitive pay starting at $21.00 / hour.
• Pay increases to $24.70 an hour after successfully completing training and is evaluated every six months.
• Potential to be promoted in your first year to Senior Technician or Master Technician with pay increases up to $30 an hour.
• Paid training and all the tools and resources you'll need to be successful.
• $5 bonus per set of wiper blades when added for customer safety.
• Additional PTO through a program to buy or sell unused time up to 16 hours.
• A benefits package valued at more than $10k, including a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical plans, paid time off, holidays and volunteer days.