Glazier Lead

Location:  Katy / West Houston (field-based; travel across Houston metro) 

Type:  Full-time 

Compensation:  Competitive hourly + overtime (DOE)

 

Gatsby Glass of Greater Katy is hiring a  Lead Glazier  to manage and perform high-quality glass installations on  residential and light-to-mid commercial projects . This role leads jobsite execution, coordinates with customers and contractors, and ensures work is completed safely, cleanly, and to Gatsby standards. 

Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred . 

Installation & Job Execution  

Lead installation of residential and commercial glass projects including: 
Interior glass  (partitions, office glass, railings, tabletops, etc.) 
Read and interpret field measurements, templates, drawings, and work orders. 
Perform troubleshooting and on-site adjustments for fit/finish and function. 

 

Leadership & Customer Experience  

Lead a crew (1–2 installers) and set expectations for quality, pace, and jobsite behavior. 
Communicate professionally with homeowners, GCs, builders, designers, and site supervisors. 
Explain installation steps and care instructions to clients; Quality Control & Safety  

Verify glass, hardware, and materials before installation to prevent errors. 
Operations Support  

Coordinate material needs with office/warehouse (glass, hardware, sealants, tools). 
Document job completion with photos and notes; capture change orders or site conditions. 
Assist with training and mentoring junior installers. 

 
5+ years  of hands-on glazing installation experience (residential and/or commercial). 
Ability to lead installations independently and supervise helpers. 
Strong understanding of  frameless shower installation  best practices (plumb/level, silicone, hardware alignment). 
Bilingual: English/Spanish  
Storefront and commercial door experience (panic hardware, closers, pivots, etc.). 
Familiarity with common tools/software (basic smartphone documentation, job apps). 

 

Work is performed indoors/outdoors, year-round. 
Must be comfortable working in occupied homes and active commercial job sites. 
must follow safety policies at all times. 

 

Independently leads installs with minimal rework and high customer satisfaction. 
Competitive pay + overtime 
Growth path to Installation Manager / Field Supervisor