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About the Role

Skyline Windows is seeking experienced window mechanics to perform full window and terrace door removals and installations. This role involves working on occupied, landmark, and active construction sites, requiring comfort with reading shop drawings, using laser levels for benchmarks, and ensuring safety at elevation.

Responsibilities

Perform full window and terrace door removals (brick-to-brick rip-outs).
Install replacement and new-construction units including double hung, casement, slider, tilt-and-turn, window wall, receptors, and terrace doors.
Level, shim, plumb, and square openings to tolerance and anchor per approved details.
Set up and shoot benchmarks and control lines with a laser level.
Glaze windows and install locks and hardware on frames.
Cut and fit capping, angles, tubes, panels, panning, and other extrusions.
Complete trimming of panning.
Caulk and silicone frames, perimeters, and joints to ensure a watertight condition.
Cap and trim out openings for a presentable finish.
Perform adjustments, troubleshooting, and repairs, including punch-list and warranty items.
Read and work from approved shop drawings, elevations, and installation details.
Identify field notes, detail flags, and discrepancies before starting work.
Plan daily work to ensure productive crew starts.
Complete all orders and daily reports accurately and on time.
Perform all duties in accordance with OSHA and NYC DOB standards.
Remain alert to unsafe conditions and stop work when necessary.
Use fall protection, staging, and PPE when working at elevation.
Load and unload materials.
Keep company tools in good working order.
Protect the customer’s space and ensure cleanup of job locations.
Represent Skyline professionally with tenants, building staff, GCs, and ownership.

Requirements

Demonstrated hands-on experience removing and installing windows, including window wall, receptors, retrofit, and replacement work.
Familiarity with commercial and residential window types and their hardware systems.
Proven caulking and weatherproofing ability.
Ability to read shop drawings and detailed work orders.
Experience setting benchmarks and layout with a laser level.
Working knowledge of hand and power tools.
Strong safety awareness and a clean work ethic.
Ability to work collaboratively with a partner and multiple crews.
Professional, courteous, and customer-service oriented.
Good communication skills.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Prior experience with glass and aluminum windows.
Construction experience required.
NYC DOB 40-Hour Site Safety Training (SST) card required.
Valid OSHA safety training cards required.
Own hand tools required.
Ability to lift, pull, push, and carry up to 75 lbs, multiple times daily.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to bend and squat.
Ability to walk stairs and ramps.
Ability to work on an open construction site, potentially at high elevation.
Must be able to travel throughout the NYC area to jobsites.

Skills

Window installation
Window removal
Terrace door installation
Terrace door removal
Reading shop drawings
Laser level operation
Caulking
Weatherproofing
Hand tool operation
Power tool operation
Safety compliance
Customer service
Communication

Location

Bronx, NY 10451

Work Type

Full Time

Experience Level

Experienced window mechanics
Prior experience with glass and aluminum windows
Construction experience

Education Level

High School Diploma or GED required
NYC DOB 40-Hour Site Safety Training (SST) card required
Valid OSHA safety training cards required

Salary/Compensations

$30.00 - $35.00 Hourly

Benefits

Benefits provided per union contract (Local 522, Teamsters)
Tool Reimbursement Program

About the Company

Skyline Windows is a fourth-generation, family-owned and operated business.
One of the premier custom window manufacturers in the United States.
Employs over 350 people.
Designs, manufactures, installs, and services custom windows, window wall systems, and terrace doors.
Installs windows across New York City on landmarks, historic properties, new construction, high-end residential, and high-volume commercial projects.

Equal Opportunity

Skyline Windows is an equal opportunity employer.