Window Fitter

Typical Salary

£15,000 To £25,000

Typical Hours

43 to 45 a week

evenings / weekends on shifts

How To Become a Window Fitter

You can get into this job through:

an apprenticeship
working towards the role
applying directly

College / University

Apprenticeship

You could get into this job through an intermediate or advanced apprenticeship in glass industry fenestration installation.

some GCSEs, usually including English and maths, or equivalent, for an intermediate apprenticeship

5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship

Routes into this Career

You could be taken on by a glazing company as a fitter's 'mate' or assistant and learn the skills you need on the job.

You can apply directly to become a window fitter. There are no set entry requirements, though you'll need maths skills to measure and work out dimensions. Employers may ask for GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C).

Experience in carpentry and joinery will also be helpful.

Other Routes

Other Routes are not listed for this job.

Skills And Knowledge

You'll need:

knowledge of building and construction
to be thorough and pay attention to detail
the ability to work well with others
ambition and a desire to succeed
patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
persistence and determination
knowledge of maths
the ability to work well with your hands
to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

Day To Day Tasks

Your day-to-day duties may include:

removing old windows and doors with hand and power tools
measuring up the space for new windows or doors
fixing units in place, making sure they’re level and secure
sealing fittings to make them weathertight
clearing away leftover materials

Working Environment

You could work at a manufacturing plant or on a construction site.

Your working environment may be outdoors some of the time and at height.

You may need to wear safety clothing and use safety equipment.

Career Path & Progression

Career Path & Progression are not listed for this job.

Volunteering Opportunities

Volunteering Opportunities are not listed for this job.

Tips & Information

Registration

you'll need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card or equivalent to train and work on a construction site

Further information

You can find out more about becoming a window fitter or glazier from Go Construct.

Restrictions & Requirements

You'll need to:

have a full driving licence