Glazier

About the Opportunity

CRU Workforce is conducting a confidential search for a Glazier.

This opportunity is about more than just landing another install job. It is a chance to step into work that offers more visible projects, stronger field planning, steadier workflow, better support, and a real path toward lead responsibility. For the right person, this can be a true career move, especially if you take pride in clean, precise installs and want to be part of work that people actually notice when the job is finished.

The draw here is not simply compensation. It is the chance to do better work in a better environment. This role is built for someone who values craftsmanship, safety, field judgment, and the satisfaction of seeing finished systems come together the right way. It is especially attractive for a glazier who wants stronger project visibility, more trust in the field, and room to grow into lead or foreman-level scope over time.

This is for someone who wants to install and finish commercial glass systems with pride, work with a stronger crew environment, and build toward greater ownership in the field.

What the Role Involves

• Installing and finishing commercial glass systems in the field
• Working on systems such as storefront, curtain wall, entrance systems, service work, and related glazing scopes
• Reading shop drawings and supporting accurate field execution
• Taking field measurements and helping ensure proper fit and finish
• Supporting safe install sequencing and clean workmanship
• Handling repair, replacement, and callback-related issues when needed
• Working closely with the field team to complete projects efficiently and to quality standards
• Contributing to a jobsite environment where safety, planning, and craftsmanship matter

The Type of Person Who Tends to Fit Well

• Someone with hands-on glazing experience in commercial or mixed-use environments
• Someone who can install cleanly with low rework and strong attention to detail
• Someone who understands shop drawings, field measure, install sequencing, and safe execution
• Someone who takes pride in visible finished work and wants to be trusted with stronger field responsibility
• Someone who values a steadier backlog, stronger planning, and a better long-term path
• Someone who wants to grow into lead glazier or foreman-level responsibility over time

Strong Backgrounds for This Search

We are open to candidates coming from backgrounds such as:

• Glazier
• Commercial Glazier
• Glass Installer
• Glazing Technician
• Glass and Aluminum Installer
• Service Glazier
• Curtain Wall Installer
• Storefront Installer
• Lead Glazier
• Foreman
• Journeyperson Glazier

Adjacent backgrounds that may also translate well include:

• Shower Door Installer moving into more complex work
• Entrance Systems Installer
• Door and Hardware Installer with glass exposure
• Architectural Glass Installer
• Service-focused glass technicians with strong customer-facing skills

Best-Fit Technical Experience

Strong candidates will usually have direct exposure to some combination of:

• Storefront
• Curtain wall
• Entrance systems
• Service and repair glazing
• Glass and aluminum installation
• Shop drawings
• Field measure
• Replacement work
• Install sequencing
• Finish quality and low rework

Additional strengths that help:

• Lead or foreman experience
• Mentoring apprentices
• Safety-focused field habits
• Strong judgment on difficult installs
• Experience handling field problems without sacrificing finish quality

Why Someone Would Take This Opportunity

It is the chance to step into a role with:

• More visible glazing work
• Better planning and field support
• A steadier flow of work
• Stronger safety discipline
• A more respected crew environment
• A real path toward lead or foreman responsibility

This may be especially attractive to someone who is tired of chaos, weak planning, inconsistent workflow, or limited room to grow in their current environment.

Compensation Snapshot

Compensation will depend on experience, system depth, and field capability but market-aligned candidates will likely fall in the range of: $70,000 to $83,000 base.

Strong compensation positioning should be supported by the broader value of the opportunity, including better work, stronger planning, steadier backlog, and long-term growth potential. Specific package details can be discussed directly during the process.

Location

• North Charleston, SC
• Field-based role supporting commercial glazing work
• Best fit for someone comfortable working in active install environments and supporting project needs in the field

If your background aligns and you want to hear about a role that offers stronger project visibility, better field conditions, and room to grow, this is worth a conversation.

About Us

CRU Workforce is a specialized recruiting firm connecting skilled trades professionals with top companies in the commercial construction and glazing industry.