Fire Apparatus - Painter

Midwest-Fire-Equipment-; Luverne (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays Vacation & Sick Leave

401k

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Employer-Paid Life, AD&D and Disabled

Job summary

Midwest Fire is seeking a skilled, quality-focused Painter to prepare and finish manufactured fire apparatus components, truck bodies, cabs and related parts. This hands-on role includes surface preparation, priming and finish painting while working safely and efficiently as part of the production team.

We offer an employee-owned environment and on-the-job training in a state-of-the-art facility. Competitive pay and benefits accompany the opportunity to contribute to mission-critical equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational training in painting or vehicle repair is preferred.
• Ability to operate paint equipment and use basic hand/power tools.
• Ability to read work orders, drawings and safety rules.
• Dependable attendance and commitment to quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, grinding welds, sanding, filling defects and applying primer.
• Tape, mask and caulk interior and exterior areas in preparation for painting.
• Operate paint equipment and spray guns to apply primer and finish coats.
• Perform buffing and other finishing work to support a high-quality completed product.
• Read and follow work orders, truck specifications, drawings and other technical documents.
• Use basic hand and power tools, measuring devices, ladders, and cranes as required.
• Clean and maintain paint equipment and keep the work area orderly.
• Work cooperatively with the team, follow direction, meet production schedules and minimize scrap or rework.
• Follow all company safety rules, policies and procedures; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Paint preparation

Read work orders

Quality & safety

Dependable attendance

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training in painting

Tools

Paint equipment

Tape measure

Hand tools

Job description

Build a Career. Build Something That Matters.

EMPLOYMENT

Full-Time Position

HOURS

Monday-Friday
7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

PAY

$20.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience

Position Overview

Midwest Fire is seeking a skilled, quality-focused Painter to prepare and finish manufactured fire apparatus components, truck bodies, cabs and related parts. This hands-on role includes surface preparation, priming and finish painting while working safely and efficiently as part of the production team.

Why Join Our Employee-Owned Team?

Midwest Fire is part of Stellar Industries, which is 100% employee-owned and operated. Eligible employees have access to a competitive benefits package that supports time away, financial well-being, health and family needs. You will help build custom fire trucks that protect communities every day. Work in our state-of-the-art facility alongside skilled tradespeople, receive on-the-job training and earn competitive pay. We’re a 9-time winner of Prairie Business Magazine's "50 Best Places to Work".

Benefits at a Glance

• Paid Holidays Vacation & Sick Leave 401k Competitive Wages 100% employee owned
• Employer-Paid Life, AD&D and Disability
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Insurance: Medical (HSA contribution w/HDHP plan), Dental, Vision. (Employee paid) Accident & Life

What You’ll Do

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, grinding welds, sanding, filling defects and applying protective primer.
• Tape, mask and caulk interior and exterior areas in preparation for painting.
• Operate paint equipment and spray guns to apply primer and finish coats.
• Perform buffing and other finishing work to support a high-quality completed product.
• Read and follow work orders, truck specifications, drawings and other technical documents.
• Use basic hand and power tools, measuring devices, ladders, and stationary or overhead cranes as required.
• Clean and maintain paint equipment and keep the work area orderly.
• Work cooperatively with the team, follow direction, meet production schedules and minimize scrap or rework.
• Follow all company safety rules, policies and procedures; perform other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED; vocational training or equivalent experience in painting, body work or vehicle repair is preferred.
• Ability to use paint equipment, basic hand and power tools, and a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to read work orders, drawings, procedures, safety rules and equipment instructions.
• Dependable attendance, a productive work ethic and a commitment to quality and safety.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

This position requires standing on concrete for most of the shift and may include walking, climbing, balancing, reaching, crouching, kneeling, crawling and working on or around trucks. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; team lifts are required for items over 50 pounds. The role includes frequent work near mechanical equipment and occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles and low-to-medium noise levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions.