Fabricator

Banner Fire Equipment, Inc.; Roxana (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Employer-paid medical option

401(k) with match

PTO + 11.5 holidays

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

Banner Fire Equipment, Inc. in Roxana, IL is seeking a skilled Fabricator to modify, repair, and customize emergency response apparatus and equipment.

The role covers structural fabrication, welding, and full system installations on pumpers, aerials, tankers, and rescue units. You will MIG weld (TIG preferred), read blueprints and work orders, and collaborate with Service Managers to determine repair approach.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; welding or fabrication training preferred.
• 1–3 years fabrication, welding, repair, and vehicle modification experience preferred.
• Experience with steel and aluminum fabrication in a service/repair environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Modify, customize, and retrofit emergency vehicles and equipment.
• Perform structural modifications to truck bodies, frames, and mounted systems.
• MIG weld (required) and TIG weld (preferred) steel and aluminum components.
• Fabricate and install custom brackets, mounts, and support structures.
• Install pumps, tanks, hose reels, and tool storage.
• Install lighting, emergency warning devices, and electrical control systems.
• Diagnose, repair, and restore structural and mechanical issues on existing apparatus.
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and technical drawings.
• Collaborate with Service Managers to determine repair approach and scope.
• Inspect completed work for quality, safety, and compliance with specs.
• Document repairs, modifications, and completed work accurately.

Skills

Welding & fabrication experience

Mechanical troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Welding certification preferred

Tools

MIG welding

TIG welding

Job description

At Banner Fire Equipment, we've supported firefighters and first responders over 40 years with trusted fire and rescue apparatus, equipment, and service. Built on strong relationships and performance, we are committed to keeping emergency vehicles safe, reliable, and mission-ready.

Join Our Team

We're seeking a skilled and dependable Fabricator in our Roxana, IL location to modify, repair, and customize existing emergency response apparatus and equipment — from structural fabrication and welding to full system installations on pumpers, aerials, tankers, and rescue units.

If you're a hands‑on fabricator who enjoys welding, mechanical problem‑solving, and building solutions that directly support first responders, this is a great opportunity to grow your career in emergency vehicle fabrication.

What You'll Do

• Modify, customize, and retrofit existing emergency response vehicles and equipment
• Perform structural modifications to truck bodies, compartments, frames, and mounted systems
• MIG weld (required) and TIG weld (preferred) steel and aluminum components
• Fabricate and install custom brackets, mounts, and support structures
• Install firefighting equipment including pumps, tanks, hose reels, and tool storage
• Install lighting, emergency warning devices, and electrical control systems
• Diagnose, repair, and restore structural and mechanical issues on existing apparatus
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Collaborate with Service Managers to determine repair approach and scope
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with specifications
• Document repairs, modifications, and completed work accurately

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required; technical/vocational training in welding or fabrication preferred
• 1–3 years of fabrication, welding, repair, and vehicle modification experience preferred
• Experience with steel and aluminum fabrication in a service or repair environment preferred
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting ability and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently in a non‑standard, repair‑driven environment
• Must provide and maintain a basic set of personal hand tools
• Welding certification and OSHA/general safety training preferred but not required

Why You'll Love Working at Banner Fire Equipment

Estimated pay: $28.00 - $35.00/ hour

(Final offers are based on experience, certifications, and training.)

We offer a strong benefits package including:

• Weekly pay
• 100% employer-paid employee medical option + life/disability coverage
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with up to 5% match
• PTO from day one + 11.5 paid holidays
• Training and advancement opportunities