Auto Glass Installation Technician Trainee

Safelite
Elgin, IL

Does this position interest you? You should apply – even if you don't match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourageyou to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.


A Brief Overview


A Technician Trainee will be trained and educated to become a proficient auto glass technician. Upon completing our training program, the trainee will receive the Safelite SafeTech certification and will possess fundamental skills necessary for performing unsupervised glass repair, replacement and recalibrations. The trainee is expected to embody the Safelite Spirit with a can-do attitude, caring heart and service mindset while striving to bring unexpected happiness to customers by completing jobs timely and with the highest quality standards.

What you will do


• Be paid to learn and apprentice the Safelite way, through hands-on and classroom training, including:
• Observing and assisting in installing and repairing auto glass
• Recalibrating automotive safety systems, including trouble-shooting and completing diagnostic testing
• Providing additional services & products
• Study and pass testing to become a Safelite-certified Technician showing proficiency in installations, embracing a positive attitude and following taught techniques.
• Safely operate company and customer vehicles, company-issued tools and chemicals utilized throughout the workday.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

What you'll get:


• Competitive weekly pay starting at $22.25/hour, increasing to $26.50/hour after training and certification.
• Earn $5/set of wiper blades when added for customer safety.
• Technician career levels determined based on performance metrics demonstrating efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• A benefits package valued at more than $10k*. Includes 401(k) plan with company matching, medical plans, paid time off, holidays & volunteer days.
• Program to buy additional PTO or sell unused time up to 16 hours.
• Up to $5,250 annually in tuition reimbursement.
• Paid training and all the tools and resources you'll need to be successful.
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Education Qualifications


• High School Diploma GED/Equivalent Preferred

• Valid state-issued driver's license any other license(s) (as required by federal, state and local laws) to operate a company vehicle. Required

Experience Qualifications


• Must be 18 years of age or older Required

Skills and Abilities


• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, work in tight spaces, bend and twist body
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and effectively
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with all federal, state and local laws and agreement to be monitored via in-cab vehicle safety camera / video surveillance technology
• Maintains professionalism and passion for providing outstanding customer service and exceeding customer expectations
• Ability to safely work outside (in a wide variety of weather conditions and extreme temperatures) for extended periods
• Ability to work with chemicals (including but not limited to flammable chemicals), as applicable per the “Safelite Way of Fitting”
• Ability to work scheduled days, with flexibility on start and end times to accommodate customer's needs
• Proficiency in using computerized diagnostic tools to complete recalibrations and trouble-shoot issues
• Problem-solving and ability to trouble-shoot issues, independently and collaboratively
• Ability to read, write and interpret the English language and technical directions
• Ability to communicate orally (via phone) and written (via computer or other electronic means)
• Ability to maintain a professional appearance, adhering to Company dress code and PPE policies
• Willingness and ability to maintain stable performance under professional or personal pressure and/or opposition (e.g., time pressure and productivity measures).

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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.

This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job's essential duties because of an ADA disability.

Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws, regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.

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Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.

This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job's essential duties because of an ADA disability.

Posted 2026-07-28

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