Senior Lead Technician
The Contractor Consultants
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Elmhurst, Illinois
Contract type: Full time
Lead with Excellence: Join House of Glass as Our Senior Lead Technician!
Job Title: Senior Lead Technician
Company Name: House of Glass
Pay Range: Competitive salary based on experience and leadership role
Industry: Glass / Glazier (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Government or Federal)
Location: Elmhurst, IL
Job Overview
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a role that combines expert craftsmanship with leadership and impact? At House of Glass, we're seeking a Senior Lead Technician to oversee and execute high-quality glass installation, repair, and maintenance projects across residential and commercial sites. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll guide junior technicians, ensure project excellence, and be the face of our commitment to integrity, precision, and customer satisfaction.
As our Senior Lead Technician, you'll be a trusted team leader on job sites, embodying House of Glass values while ensuring every installation is safe, beautiful, and built to last. If you're passionate about glasswork and thrive in a collaborative environment that values quality and culture equally, this is the opportunity for you.
Who We Are
House of Glass is more than a glazing company — we're a people-first business that treats our team like family. Located in Elmhurst, IL, we operate on trust, craftsmanship, and collaboration. Here, every team member is seen, heard, and given the tools to grow. We invest in our people with training, clear expectations, and a culture that celebrates success. If you want to do meaningful work in a workplace where you belong, come build with us.
Key Responsibilities
At House of Glass, we believe that great teams are built on diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace where everyone is respected, empowered, and inspired to succeed.
Ready to lead with skill and purpose? Join House of Glass and help us shape excellence one pane at a time. Apply today!
Job Title: Senior Lead Technician
Company Name: House of Glass
Pay Range: Competitive salary based on experience and leadership role
Industry: Glass / Glazier (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Government or Federal)
Location: Elmhurst, IL
Job Overview
Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a role that combines expert craftsmanship with leadership and impact? At House of Glass, we're seeking a Senior Lead Technician to oversee and execute high-quality glass installation, repair, and maintenance projects across residential and commercial sites. In this hands-on leadership role, you'll guide junior technicians, ensure project excellence, and be the face of our commitment to integrity, precision, and customer satisfaction.
As our Senior Lead Technician, you'll be a trusted team leader on job sites, embodying House of Glass values while ensuring every installation is safe, beautiful, and built to last. If you're passionate about glasswork and thrive in a collaborative environment that values quality and culture equally, this is the opportunity for you.
Who We Are
House of Glass is more than a glazing company — we're a people-first business that treats our team like family. Located in Elmhurst, IL, we operate on trust, craftsmanship, and collaboration. Here, every team member is seen, heard, and given the tools to grow. We invest in our people with training, clear expectations, and a culture that celebrates success. If you want to do meaningful work in a workplace where you belong, come build with us.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on-site installation, repair, and maintenance of a wide range of glass products, including:
- Storefronts, curtain walls, mirrors, shower enclosures, windows, and custom projects
- Accurately measure, cut, and prepare glass using industry-standard tools and techniques
- Supervise and support job site operations to ensure safety, timeliness, and precision
- Provide hands-on training and mentorship to junior technicians to promote skill development
- Communicate clearly with clients, contractors, and internal staff to coordinate expectations and deliverables
- Take ownership of project outcomes from start to finish, resolving any site challenges
- Perform thorough post-installation inspections and ensure high-quality finishes
- Maintain and oversee proper care and inventory of tools, equipment, and vehicles
- Uphold and model all company safety procedures and OSHA standards
- You lead by example, maintaining integrity and a strong work ethic
- You embrace challenges with a solutions-first mindset
- You communicate clearly and constructively, helping your team grow
- You enjoy working in a tight-knit, supportive crew and bring positive energy to the job
- You're proud of your work and uphold the highest standards of craftsmanship
- You stay calm under pressure and help the team stay focused and upbeat
- You're always learning, sharing your knowledge, and open to feedback
- Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in glass/glazing installation and repair
- Proven experience training, mentoring, and supervising other team members
- Strong proficiency in reading blueprints, drawings, and technical specs
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Comfortable using email, smartphone apps, and digital job documentation tools
- Physically capable of lifting heavy materials and working in various conditions
- Must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
- Local travel required within the Chicagoland area
- Competitive salary based on leadership and experience
- Weekly Pay Cycle
- 401(k) with 4% employer match
- Profit Sharing Opportunities
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Leave
- Travel Per Diem and Car Allowance / Mileage Reimbursement
- Training and Certifications (OSHA, Fall Protection, Equipment Operation)
- Safety Equipment Provided
- Team Events and Holiday Celebrations
- Growth opportunities in a stable, expanding company
- Full-Time: Monday - Friday
- Standard business hours with local job site travel as needed
- Based in Elmhurst, IL
- Serving Chicagoland and surrounding areas
At House of Glass, we believe that great teams are built on diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace where everyone is respected, empowered, and inspired to succeed.
Ready to lead with skill and purpose? Join House of Glass and help us shape excellence one pane at a time. Apply today!
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