Job
Window Installer
- Earning potential
- £15000 - £25000
- Training time
- up to 2 years
Window fitters put in glass curtain walls, doors, conservatories, and other things in constructions and buildings.
They might work on newly constructed homes, renovate outdated fixtures, or aid with heritage building restoration.
The best part of the programme is the work we do on site. I enjoy practical work and putting theory into practice. Seeing a job through from start to finish is really rewarding.
Andy
Window Installer introduction
Window fitters put in glass curtain walls, doors, conservatories, and other things in constructions and buildings. They might work on newly constructed homes, renovate outdated fixtures, or aid with heritage building restoration.
Typical Tasks
The following responsibilities are part of the job of a window fitter:
- Removing outdated windows, doors, and conservatories with hand and power tools
- Taking measurements for new windows or doors
- Putting in place single- or double-glazed windows and doors
- Constructing glasshouses and conservatories
- Sealing fixtures to improve weathertightness and energy efficiency in buildings
- UPVC, metal, or wooden fixtures being used
Earning Potential
Pay rates
Earnings typically depend on location, employer, the stage of your training, your hours worked and the opportunity to work overtime. Please also note that the pay rate figures have come from a variety of reliable sources including:
- National House Builders
- House Builder's Sub-Contractors
- CITB
- The Home Builders Federation
- Construction Recruitment Agencies
Qualifications We Offer
There are several routes of becoming a window fitter. You could complete a college course, an apprenticeship, or gain on-the-job training.
You should explore these routes of becoming a window fitter to find out which is the right one for you. Although some of these options have certain qualification requirements, many employers are interested in people who are enthusiastic, willing to learn and can follow instructions.
To work on a construction site, you might need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.
Career Progression
As a window fitter, you could progress to work on larger, more high profile projects, or move into a role as a project manager or estimator.
You could either work for a construction or glazing company, or set yourself up as self-employed.
Job Roles
The type of job role can differ depending on the employer and the activities involved. Some roles such as trade roles have the opportunity to be self-employed. Often employers offer a variety of employment status and flexibility. The jobs outlined in this website are common across the house building industry, but the job titles may differ from one organisation to another.
Earn While You Learn
All our featured job roles offer different entry-points for school leavers, college leavers, and graduates to commence a career in the industry. There are opportunities to enrol on apprenticeships and other career progression routes.
For most jobs, depending on your qualifications and experience there are also openings for those looking to change career.