SOC 47-2121
Glaziers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ44/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ57,000
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$55K
$38K โ $99K
Projected Growth
๐+3.3%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค10/100
Low exposure
๐ก Glaziers face a risk score of 44/100 โ 0 points above the national average of 44. With only 10/100 GenAI exposure, most core tasks remain resistant to current AI capabilities. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $55K ($9K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 44/100, Glaziers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like drone-based site surveying and inspection are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 57,000 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in navigating unpredictable and unstructured job sites and fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace Glaziers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Drone-based site surveying and inspection
Autonomous heavy equipment operation
3D printing of building components
Robotic bricklaying and prefabrication automation
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Navigating unpredictable and unstructured job sites
Fine motor craftsmanship in custom installations
Adapting to unique building configurations on-site
Client-facing consultation on custom project needs
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Read and interpret blueprints or specifications to determine size, shape, color, type, or thickness of glass, location of framing, installation procedures, or staging or scaffolding materials required.
Determine plumb of walls or ceilings, using plumb lines and levels.
Install pre-assembled metal or wood frameworks for windows or doors to be fitted with glass panels, using hand tools.
Fabricate or install metal sashes or moldings for glass installation, using aluminum or steel framing.
Operate cranes or hoists with suction cups to lift large, heavy pieces of glass.
๐ป Technology Skills
Project management software
Computer aided design CAD software
Spreadsheet software
Office suite software
Operating system software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Building and Construction
Mechanical
Mathematics
Administration and Management
Design
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineers | 20 | $106K | 53% |
| Extraction Workers | 29 | $56K | 75% |
| Electricians | 32 | $62K | 84% |