Lead Commercial Glazier

J&A Glass & Mirror Inc.
Rogers, Minnesota
Full-time | Year-round work
Pay: $35–$45 per hour, based on commercial glazing and crew leadership experience

J&A Glass is hiring an experienced commercial glazier to lead field installations throughout the Twin Cities area.

We are looking for someone who can read shop drawings, plan daily work, direct your crew, and keep installations moving with support from experienced project managers.

• Preparation before mobilization. Drawings and project information reviewed before the job starts.

• Materials ready for the field. Materials checked and staged before the crew leaves the shop.

• Equipment and crew support. Suitable equipment and enough help for the installation.

• Responsive project management. A project manager who responds when the field needs a decision.

• Authority to lead your crew. Clear responsibility for daily work assignments and installation sequencing.

• A clear process for changes. Defined steps for documenting and approving scope changes and extra work.

• Lead commercial glazing installations from jobsite preparation through completion while working alongside the crew.

• Install aluminum storefront, curtain wall, entrances, interior glass, doors, frames, and related hardware.

• Review shop drawings and installation details, verify field measurements, and plan the installation sequence.

• Assign daily work, communicate priorities, and train installers and helpers.

• Coordinate field activities with project managers, general contractors, customers, and other trades.

• Identify field conditions, missing materials, fabrication issues, and scope conflicts early. Work with the project manager to resolve them before they delay installation.

• Install and adjust door hardware, closers, and thresholds. Complete perimeter sealants and brake metal.

• Complete accurate daily reports covering progress, labor, materials, delays, and site conditions.

• Maintain company vehicles, tools, equipment, and organized work areas. Hold the crew to J&A’s safety and quality expectations.

• At least three years of commercial glazing experience.

• The ability to independently install storefront, entrances, glass, and commercial door hardware.

• Experience directing installers or taking responsibility for field installations.

• The ability to read shop drawings, plans, and installation details.

• Strong measuring, layout, caulking, and problem-solving skills.

• Clear, professional communication with your crew, project managers, contractors, and customers.

• Steady leadership when schedules change or field problems arise.

• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.

• Ability to perform the essential physical duties of the position, including lifting and carrying materials up to 70 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to work from ladders and lifts, at elevated work areas, and outdoors in changing Minnesota weather.

• Ability to complete required forklift, boom lift, and scissor lift training.

• Basic personal hand tools. J&A provides specialty tools and equipment.

• Monday through Friday, typically 6:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

• Projects throughout the Twin Cities, with occasional out-of-area work.

• $35–$45 per hour, based on the commercial systems you can install independently and your experience leading crews and projects.

• Full-time, year-round work.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) with company matching.

• Paid time off.

• $200 annual boot reimbursement.

• Company vehicle provided for work-related travel.

• Specialty tools and equipment provided.

J&A Glass & Mirror is a Minnesota glass and glazing contractor based in Rogers. We serve general contractors, property owners, and businesses throughout the Twin Cities.

Our commercial work includes storefronts, entrances, curtain wall, interior glass, doors, and service projects. We are looking for an experienced glazier who wants to lead quality installations, develop a capable crew, and build a long-term career with J&A.

Send a résumé or a short summary of your commercial glazing experience to jobs@jaglassinc.com.

Include your name, phone number, the systems you have installed, and your experience leading crews or projects. A formal résumé is not required.

Learn more at www.jaglassinc.com.