Construction Opportunity: Window Fitter

Window fitter Current Vacancies

2007-03-06:

Window fitters install new or replacement windows and doors, conservatories and glazed curtain walls in all types of property from commercial premises to private households.
They work with both traditional wooden- or metal-framed products and UPVC units.
The windows and doors may be single or double glazed units or may be in the form of secondary glazing fitted inside existing windows.
A typical window fitting job involves removing old windows and doors with hand and power tools, and measuring up the spaces to be fitted.
The work may also involve fitting weatherboarding.
Some fitters with extensive experience of complex work may be able to work on the repair and replacement of windows and glazing on historical buildings or monuments.
Fitters may also work in the manufacture of glazing units.
Window fitters normally work a 39-hour week, Monday to Friday, although overtime may be available to meet deadlines.
To reach upper storeys, fitters work off ladders or scaffold, and work in all weather conditions.
Window fitters work throughout the country.
There are opportunities with large national firms and smaller companies employing a limited number of teams.
Experienced window fitters may be able to become window surveyors and or estimators, visiting customers premises, measuring up and offering quotations for new windows. Experienced window fitters with additional responsibilities may earn up to 20,000 a year.
Those self-employed negotiate their own rates. (Permalink)

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