Automotive Glass Technician
Location: Rio Grande Valley, Texas — RGV-Wide
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday–Saturday availability; hours may vary based on workload and customer needs
Pay: Competitive pay based on experience and skill level
About the Position
We are looking for a motivated, dependable, and experienced Automotive Glass Technician to join our growing team and service customers throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
This is a field-based position, and the technician will be responsible for traveling throughout the RGV to perform automotive glass removal, installation, and related services at customer, dealership, repair facility, and business locations.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, works well independently, understands the importance of proper glass installation, and provides excellent customer service.
The right person will be more than a technician. You will represent our company in the field and will be expected to build strong relationships with customers and business partners.
If you are hardworking, motivated, mechanically inclined, and looking for an opportunity to grow with a company, we want to hear from you.
Job Responsibilities
Automotive Glass Installation
- Remove and replace automotive windshields and other vehicle glass.
- Remove and reinstall door glass, quarter glass, vent glass, back glass, and other automotive glass.
- Safely remove damaged glass while protecting the vehicle.
- Properly prepare surfaces for new glass installation.
- Apply and work with automotive glass adhesives and urethane systems.
- Properly install moldings, clips, trim, and related components.
- Remove and reinstall interior and exterior components as necessary.
- Inspect replacement glass before installation.
- Verify proper fit, alignment, sealing, and finish.
- Perform water-leak testing when appropriate.
- Inspect completed work before releasing the vehicle.
- Identify additional concerns or damage and communicate them to management.
- Maintain professional workmanship on every vehicle.
Mobile / Field Service
This position will cover the entire Rio Grande Valley and requires a willingness to travel.
Service areas may include:
- McAllen
- Mission
- Edinburg
- Pharr
- San Juan
- Alamo
- Donna
- Weslaco
- Mercedes
- Harlingen
- Brownsville
- Surrounding communities
The technician should be comfortable spending a significant amount of time on the road and working at different locations throughout the Valley.
Responsibilities include:
- Traveling to customer locations.
- Traveling to dealerships and repair facilities.
- Performing mobile glass replacement and installation.
- Managing multiple jobs throughout the workday.
- Communicating arrival times and job status.
- Maintaining a clean and organized work vehicle and workspace.
- Properly securing tools, equipment, glass, and materials.
- Completing required job documentation and photos.
- Managing time efficiently while maintaining quality.
- Representing the company professionally at every location.
Customer Service & Relationship Building
Customer service is a major part of this position.
Our technicians are often the person the customer sees and interacts with. Because of that, professionalism and communication are extremely important.
You will be expected to:
- Treat every customer professionally and respectfully.
- Communicate clearly and confidently.
- Explain the work being performed when necessary.
- Protect the customer's vehicle.
- Keep customers informed throughout the process.
- Maintain a professional appearance.
- Build relationships with repeat customers.
- Develop strong relationships with dealerships and repair facilities.
- Represent the company positively throughout the RGV.
- Understand that every job is an opportunity to earn future business and referrals.
We want someone who understands that doing a great job is only part of the job how you treat people matters too.
ADAS & Modern Vehicle Technology
Many newer vehicles are equipped with cameras, sensors, and advanced driver-assistance systems that may be integrated into or affected by windshield replacement.
The technician should be able to:
- Identify vehicles equipped with windshield-mounted cameras and sensors.
- Properly remove and reinstall components associated with glass replacement.
- Understand when ADAS calibration may be required.
- Communicate calibration requirements to management.
- Follow appropriate procedures for vehicles equipped with advanced safety systems.
- Understand that improper glass installation can affect vehicle safety systems.
ADAS experience or calibration knowledge is a strong plus but is not required for the right candidate who is willing to learn.
Qualifications
Required
- Previous automotive glass installation experience preferred.
- Ability to safely remove and install automotive glass.
- Valid driver's license.
- Responsible driving history.
- Ability to travel throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
- Ability to work independently.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to work extended hours when necessary.
- Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to safely lift and maneuver automotive glass.
- Ability to work in physically demanding positions.
- Professional attitude and appearance.
- Ability to work well with customers, coworkers, dealerships, and repair facilities.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Preferred Experience
- 2+ years of automotive glass installation experience.
- Mobile automotive glass experience.
- Dealership experience.
- Collision repair experience.
- Experience working with insurance related glass claims.
- Experience with OEM glass.
- Experience with urethane and automotive adhesive systems.
- Experience with newer vehicles and advanced safety systems.
- ADAS experience or training.
- Experience working directly with customers and commercial accounts.
The Type of Person We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Hardworking
- Motivated
- Dependable
- Professional
- Self-motivated
- Detail-oriented
- Mechanically inclined
- Customer-focused
- Safety-conscious
- Comfortable working independently
- Willing to travel
- Willing to work long hours when needed
- Willing to learn
- Proud of their work
Most importantly, we are looking for someone with the right attitude.
We don't want someone who needs to be told what to do every five minutes.
We want someone who sees a job, understands what needs to be done, and takes ownership of getting it done correctly.
Work Ethic & Expectations
This is a busy, growing operation, and our workload can change from day to day.
There will be days when the schedule is full, customers need additional attention, or jobs take longer than expected.
We are looking for someone who is willing to work when the work is there.
The ideal candidate:
- Shows up on time and ready to work.
- Takes initiative.
- Works efficiently.
- Doesn't cut corners.
- Doesn't make excuses.
- Takes responsibility for their work.
- Helps the team when needed.
- Can handle a busy schedule.
- Is willing to work extended hours when necessary.
- Understands that quality comes first.
- Takes pride in representing the company.
- Wants to grow professionally.
Physical Requirements
This position involves significant physical activity.
The technician must be able to:
- Lift and maneuver automotive glass.
- Work standing for extended periods.
- Bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and work in confined areas.
- Work inside and outside vehicles.
- Safely handle tools and equipment.
- Work outdoors in Texas heat and varying weather conditions.
- Safely load and unload glass and equipment.
- Work safely around active repair facilities and moving vehicles.
Tools & Equipment
Experience with professional automotive glass tools and equipment is preferred.
Experience with the following is a plus:
- Glass removal tools
- Cut-out systems
- Cold knives
- Wire removal systems
- Suction cups
- Urethane application equipment
- Glass setting tools
- Trim removal tools
- Power tools
- Water-leak testing equipment
- Mobile glass service equipment
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Full-time employment
- Overtime opportunities based on workload and company policy
- Consistent work with a growing company
- Training and continued development
- Opportunities to learn new automotive technologies
- ADAS-related training opportunities
- Professional work environment
- Opportunities for advancement
- Opportunity to become a key member of a growing team
Why Join Us?
We are building a growing automotive service operation focused on quality, professionalism, customer service, and relationships.
We want people who are interested in building a career not simply finding another job.
If you are experienced, motivated, dependable, and take pride in your workmanship, we want to talk to you.
You don't have to know everything.
You do need to be willing to work hard, learn, take ownership, and care about the quality of your work.
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed and include a brief summary of your automotive glass experience.
Please include:
- Years of automotive glass experience
- Types of glass you have experience installing
- Mobile glass experience
- Dealership or collision repair experience
- ADAS experience, if applicable
- Areas of the RGV you are comfortable servicing
- Availability to work extended hours
- Any relevant certifications or training
Experienced Automotive Glass Technicians are encouraged to apply.
If you're dependable, motivated, take pride in your work, and want the opportunity to grow with a company, we want to hear from you.
Pay: $13.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Opportunities for advancement
- Tools provided
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person
