Wagon Blacksmith & Fabricator — Craft History in Steel

Mitchellsd; South Dakota; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Package Available

Job summary

Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop is seeking a skilled Blacksmith/Fabricator to craft components for wagons, stagecoaches, and historic reproductions. You will interpret reference photos, drawings, and historical documents to bring designs to life, using traditional techniques rooted in Old West craftsmanship.

You will work with authentic materials, applying careful, precise handwork and a collaborative mindset to deliver durable, historically authentic pieces that tell a story with every detail.

Qualifications

• Interpret reference photos, drawings, and historical documents.
• Turn incomplete sketches or blueprints into finished parts.
• Master traditional blacksmithing techniques with accuracy.
• Carefully select materials and methods rooted in Old West traditions.

Responsibilities

• Create custom components for wagons, stagecoaches, and historical reproductions.
• Work with authentic materials to ensure historical accuracy and durability.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain quality and authenticity in every piece.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Blacksmithing

Craftsmanship

Team collaboration

Job description

Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop is seeking a skilled Blacksmith/Fabricator to craft components for wagons, stagecoaches, and historic reproductions. You will interpret reference photos, drawings, and historical documents to bring designs to life, using traditional techniques rooted in Old West craftsmanship.

You will work with authentic materials, applying careful, precise handwork and a collaborative mindset to deliver durable, historically authentic pieces that tell a story with every detail.