Fire Apparatus - Welder/Fabricator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Vacation & Sick Leave

401k

Competitive Wages

100% employee owned

Job summary

Midwest Fire Equipment & Repair is seeking a skilled Welder/Fabricator for full-time work in our Minnesota facility. You will weld aluminum and light steel, read blueprints, and assemble fire apparatus components using brakes, shears, plasma cutters, and machining tools.

The role requires 2+ years welding experience and a two-year welding certification. Expect a safety-focused, employee-owned team with competitive wages and regular day shifts.

Qualifications

• Two-year welding certification or equivalent hands-on training.
• Minimum two years of experience in welding and fabrication.
• Ability to read blueprints and weld symbols with accuracy.
• English written and verbal communication proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Perform MIG and TIG welding on aluminum and light steel components.
• Read blueprints and fabrication drawings to ensure quality.
• Fabricate and modify parts using shop equipment and tools.
• Inspect dimensions with measuring tools and maintain quality.
• Maintain and safely operate welding equipment and shop machines.
• Support material handling and production duties as needed.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

blueprint reading

quality inspection

English communication

Education

Two-year welding certification

Tools

Shears

Press brakes

Plasma cutters

Calipers

Tape measures

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
• Competitive Wages
• 100% employee owned

Insurance:

Medical (HSA contribution w/HDHP plan), Dental, Vision. (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.

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