Glazier Apprenticeship in Oklahoma

Wages, programs & career outlook
OK Median Salary
$44,730/yr
-19% vs. national
National Median
$55,440/yr
OK Employment
490
Glaziers employed
OK Sponsors
249
Registered programs

Oklahoma Wage Spread

Annual wages for Glaziers in Oklahoma across all experience levels.

10th %ile
$29,710
25th %ile
$39,290
Median
$44,730
75th %ile
$50,420
90th %ile
$58,260

Glazier Apprenticeship in Oklahoma

At $44,730 per year, Glazier wages in Oklahoma are near the national median of $48,060. Combine that with zero tuition and the effective return exceeds what the raw salary suggests.

Glazier wages in Oklahoma ($44,730) lag the national median by 19%. The significant gap suggests either low demand, weak union presence, or a depressed local construction market.

The 3.3% projected growth rate for Glaziers signals steady demand — not a boom, but reliable. 5,100 openings per year keep the pipeline of opportunities flowing.

Oklahoma's 490 Glaziers represent just 1.1% of the national workforce. A thinner market means fewer apprenticeship sponsors and potentially longer waits for program openings.

A Glazier apprenticeship runs 4 years at 8,000 hours. The time-based structure means you're logging real work alongside experienced tradespeople from week one, learning blueprint reading, building codes, and material estimation in evening or weekend classes.

Program availability in Oklahoma is moderate: 249 registered sponsors across the state. Apprenticeship applicants in major cities will find multiple options; those in smaller markets may need to commute or relocate within the state.

The $28,550 gap between entry-level and top-earning Glaziers in Oklahoma ($29,710 to $58,260) is tighter than most trades. Standardized pay schedules — often union-negotiated — keep the spread narrow.

Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in Oklahoma

249 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Oklahoma. Contact directly for program availability and application details.

Organization City County
Oklahoma Works - American Job Center - Ada Ada
ALTUS POWER Altus Jackson County
Black Sheep Altus
Brush Unlimited, LLC. Altus Jackson County
Oklahoma Works - American Job Center - Altus Altus
Black Sheep Mutton Company LLC Alus
Value Added Products (VAP) Alva Woods County
Oklahoma Works - American Job Center - Ardmore Ardmore
Atoka Center - Southern Workforce Board Atoka
Oklahoma Works - American Job Center - Bartlesville Bartlesville
S&P Clearing and Energy Services Bennington Bryan County
Access Optics Incorporated Broken Arrow Tulsa County
MP-Tulsa-Advanced Research Chemical Broken Arrow
Manpower - Tulsa, OK branch Broken Arrow
VSC Fire & Security, Inc. Broken Arrow Tulsa County
Hawkston, LLC Cashe Comanche County
Cherokee Nation Hospitality Catoosa
Oklahoma Works - American Job Center - Chickasha Chickasha
South Central Oklahoma Workforce Development Board Chickasha
Silver Creek Heat & Air, LLC Choctaw
Bills Electric Inc Claremore Rogers County
Claremore Electric Apprenticeship Program Claremore Rogers County
Indian Electric Cooperative Cleveland Cleveland County
TechTrol Inc. Cleveland
Clinton Public Schools Clinton
+ 5 more sponsors in Oklahoma

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Glazier salary in Oklahoma?
The BLS reports a median wage of $44,730/yr for Glaziers in Oklahoma (May 2024 data). Experience, union membership, and specialization all affect where you fall in the range.
What is the length of a Glazier apprenticeship program?
A typical Glazier apprenticeship lasts approximately 4 years (8,000 hours of on-the-job training). The program combines paid work experience with related classroom instruction.
Should I do a Glazier apprenticeship or go to trade school?
Apprenticeships offer paid training with no tuition, while trade school requires upfront costs but may be shorter. Many Glaziers combine both — starting with trade school basics before entering an apprenticeship.
Is there demand for Glaziers?
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 Oklahoma?
There are 249 registered apprenticeship sponsors in Oklahoma. 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?
Yes. Apprentices earn wages from day one, typically starting at 40-60% of the journeyman rate (roughly $22,365/yr in Oklahoma). Wages increase at regular intervals — usually every 6 months — as you progress through the program.

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