Glass Blowers
Glass blowers create artistic or functional objects from glass.
10%
21%
69%
National data for molders, shapers, and casters, except metal and plastic (SOC 51-9195).
$20,700
$27,830
$34,790
$9.95
$13.38
$6.72
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

  • Have a high school diploma or GED
  • Complete training on the job or in college
  • Hours

  • Usually work 40 hours per week, especially if working in a factory. May work overtime.
  • May travel to other cities or states to show their wares at art festivals or craft shows.
  • May travel to show to work if an independent artist
  • GLASS BLOWERS will:
  • Can be independent artists or produce work in factories
  • Usually work alone
  • GLASS BLOWERS will frequently:
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Stand for long periods of time.
  • Repeat the same motions.
  • It is important that GLASS BLOWERS be able to:
  • React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
  • See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.
  • See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
  • Adjust body movements or equipment controls to keep pace with speed changes of moving objects.
  • Determine the distance between objects.
  • Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
  • Understand the speech of another person.
  • Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
  • Make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists.
  • Choose quickly and correctly among various movements when responding to different signals.
  • Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired.
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