Fire Apparatus - Painter

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

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair Company in Minnesota is seeking a skilled Painter to prepare and finish manufactured fire apparatus components, truck bodies, and related parts. The role requires surface prep, priming and finish painting while maintaining safety and efficiency as part of the production team.

This employee‑owned company offers an ESOP, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, 401k, and comprehensive health benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; vocational painting training preferred.
• Ability to use paints, primers, and finishing supplies safely.
• Strong attention to quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and priming.
• Mask, tape, caulk areas in preparation for painting.
• Operate paint equipment and spray guns for coats.
• Perform finishing work to achieve high-quality results.
• Read work orders and truck specs and follow instructions.
• Use basic hand/power tools and measuring devices as needed.
• Keep equipment clean and workspace orderly.
• Work with the team to meet production schedules and minimize rework.
• Follow safety rules at all times.

Skills

Painting

Surface preparation

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Spray equipment

Primers & paints

Measuring 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

Employer‑Paid Life, AD&D and Disability

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with estimated annual contributions of 15% or more, based on company performance.

Insurance: Medical (HSA contribution), Dental, Vision, Long‑Term Disability, Voluntary (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.