Stained Glass Installer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Interior finisher specializing in the design, production, and installation of stained glass.
Description
Stained glass installers are specialists who install stained glass into windows and panels of buildings and interiors. Based on drawings or design proposals, they select glass, cut it, adjust shapes, perform soldering with copper foil or lead strips, attach to frames, and handle joint processing. Artistic sense and high manual dexterity are required, and they collaborate with architects and interior designers to manage construction and perform quality checks. They are active across a wide range of sites, from restoration of historic buildings to decoration of new constructions.
Future Outlook
There is steady demand from restoration needs for religious facilities and historic buildings, but new demand is limited. Succession of skills is a challenge.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant → Stained Glass Craftsman → Craftsman Leader → Independent Operation
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Glass Cutting Technique / Inlay Construction / Soldering Technique / Use of Sealants and Adhesives
Recommended Skills
Architectural Regulations Knowledge / CAD Operation / Color Sense / Sketching
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately handle small glass pieces. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because design ability is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical analysis is not required. |
Aliases
- Stained Glass Craftsman
- Stained Glass Installer
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