Glazier Apprenticeship in New York

Wages, programs & career outlook
NY Median Salary
$60,000/yr
+8% vs. national
National Median
$55,440/yr
NY Employment
2,610
Glaziers employed
NY Sponsors
823
Registered programs

New York Wage Spread

Annual wages for Glaziers in New York across all experience levels.

10th %ile
$42,740
25th %ile
$46,790
Median
$60,000
75th %ile
$82,200
90th %ile
$107,170

Glazier Apprenticeship in New York

At $60,000/yr, New York Glaziers earn a meaningful premium over the $48,060 national average — 25% more without requiring a bachelor's degree.

At $60,000/yr, New York Glaziers earn 8% more than the $55,440 national median for the trade. A slight edge that may reflect local demand or cost of living.

Looking ahead to 2034, Glazier employment should expand by 3.3%. That translates to roughly 5,100 openings annually when you factor in retirements — enough to absorb most apprenticeship completers.

The 2,610 Glaziers in New York (5.6% of the national total) place the state in the middle tier for trade employment. Apprenticeship availability tracks accordingly — present but not abundant.

Expect a 4-year commitment for a Glazier apprenticeship: 8,000 hours of supervised field work alongside coursework in blueprint reading, building codes, and material estimation. Pay starts lower but scales up — most programs bump wages every six months.

Finding a Glazier apprenticeship in New York starts with a broad search — 823 organizations sponsor registered programs. Community colleges, trade unions, and independent employers all participate.

The earning trajectory in New York is solid: a Glazier starting near $42,740/yr can work toward $107,170 at the 90th percentile. The $64,430 progression typically takes 10-15 years of steady advancement.

Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in New York

823 registered apprenticeship sponsors in New York. Contact directly for program availability and application details.

Organization City County
Cold Spring Construction Company Akron
Ae Rosen Electrical Co., Inc. Albany
Albany Career Central Albany
B.B.A. Inc. Dba Bonacquisti Brothers Construction Albany
Best Paving & Sealcoating Inc Albany
Boilermakers Northeastern Jac Local #5, Zone 197 Albany
Bricklayers And Allied Craftworkers Lu #2 (Oswego) Albany
Bricklayers And Allied Craftworkers Lu #2 (Utica) Albany
Bricklayers-Allied Craftworkers Lu #2 (Albany) Albany
Carver Construction, Inc. Albany
Cek Rn Consulting, Inc Albany
Colonie Mechanical Contractors, Inc Albany
Comalli Group, Inc. Albany
Crisafulli Mechanical Llc Albany
E.W. Tompkinsco., Inc. Albany
Empire State Marine Trades Association Albany
Int'L Assoc Heat & Frost Insulators/Allied Workers Albany
Loc. #35 Int'L Union Of Elevator Constructors Jatc Albany
MTX Group Inc Albany
New York State Apprenticeship Agency Albany
New York State Department of Labor Albany
New York State Department of Labor | Division of Employment and Workforce Solutions| Apprenticeship Office Albany
New York State Office Of The State Comptroller Albany
North Atlantic States Carpenters Training Fund Albany
Nsh Usa Corporation Albany
+ 5 more sponsors in New York

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Glaziers make in New York?
The BLS reports a median wage of $60,000/yr for Glaziers in New York (May 2024 data). Experience, union membership, and specialization all affect where you fall in the range.
How long is a Glazier apprenticeship?
The standard Glazier apprenticeship is 4 years of combined on-the-job training and classroom education. Some programs offer accelerated paths for candidates with prior experience.
Should I do a Glazier apprenticeship or go to trade school?
The key difference: apprenticeships pay you during training while trade schools charge tuition. Many employers prefer apprenticeship-trained Glaziers, but trade school can give you a head start on the classroom requirements.
Are Glazier jobs growing?
Demand for Glaziers is steady, with 3.3% projected growth through 2034. An aging workforce creates replacement openings even in slower-growth scenarios.
How do I find a Glazier apprenticeship in New York?
There are 823 registered apprenticeship sponsors in New York. Start with your local IBEW, UA, or trade union office. You can also check apprenticeship.gov for listings and contact sponsors directly.
Do Glazier apprentices get paid during training?
Apprentices are paid employees from the start. In New York, a first-year Glazier apprentice might earn around $30,000/yr (roughly half the $60,000 journeyman median), with scheduled raises throughout the 4-year program.

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Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2024, DOL RAPIDS Registered Apprenticeship database, ApprenticeshipUSA Sponsor Directory.