Fire Apparatus - Welder/Fabricator

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

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Paid holidays

401k

Life insurance & AD&D

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Midwest Fire is seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator to assemble, tack, and perform final welding on aluminum frame weldments. This hands-on role uses shears, brakes, plasma cutters and small machining tools in a safety-conscious production team.

You’ll read blueprints and welding symbols, maintain quality standards, and help with material handling within our employee-owned facility. We offer full-time hours (Mon-Fri, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.) and a pay range of $20.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on

Qualifications

• Two-year technical welding certification or equivalent.
• Minimum two years in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to read blueprints, weld symbols, and drawings.
• Ability to use measuring tools and fabrication equipment accurately.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum and light steel components.
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings.
• Fabricate and modify parts using shop equipment (shears, brakes, plasma cutters, machining tools).
• Use measuring tools to verify dimensions and maintain quality standards.
• Perform basic mechanical assembly and fabrication tasks (drilling, tapping, fitting).
• Maintain welding equipment and perform preventive maintenance.
• Follow safety, quality, and housekeeping standards in the work area.
• Assist with material handling, inventory, and production duties as needed.
• Operate forklifts, cranes, and standard shop equipment safely.

Skills

Welding

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring

Teamwork

English communication

Education

Two-year welding certification

Tools

Plasma cutters

Calipers

Tape measures

Press brakes

Welding equipment

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, detail-oriented Welder/Fabricator to assemble, tack, and perform final welding on a variety of aluminum frame weldments and components. This hands-on role includes fabricating parts using equipment such as shears, brakes, plasma cutters, and small machining tools while working safely, efficiently, and 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

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum and light steel components, including tack-up and final welding of fire apparatus assemblies.

• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings to ensure quality and accuracy.

• Fabricate and modify parts using shop equipment such as shears, press brakes, plasma cutters, and basic machining tools.

• Use measuring and inspection tools to verify dimensions and maintain quality standards.

• Perform basic mechanical assembly and fabrication tasks, including drilling, tapping, and component fitting.

• Maintain welding equipment and perform routine preventive maintenance as required.

• Follow all Midwest Fire quality, safety, housekeeping, and professionalism standards while maintaining a clean and organized work area.

• Assist with material handling, inventory, and other production-related duties as needed.

• Operate forklifts, cranes, and standard shop equipment safely.

What We’re Looking For

• Two-year technical welding certification or equivalent combination of training and hands-on experience in welding and fabrication preferred.

• Minimum two years of experience in a manufacturing or shop environment.

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, drawings, procedures, safety rules, and equipment instructions.

• Ability to use measuring tools and fabrication equipment accurately, including tape measures, calipers, plasma cutters, press brakes, and other shop tools.

• Dependable attendance, a positive work ethic, and a commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork.

• 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.