Job Description
Job Description
Employment Type : Full-Time Position
Pay : $20.00 to $35.00 Depending on experience
Hours : Monday - Friday 7 am - 3 : 30 pm
Why Join Us
Join our team in Luverne, MN! Help build custom fire trucks that protect communities every day. Work in our state-of-the-art facility with skilled tradespeople, get on-the-job training, competitive pay, benefits, and quarterly incentives. We’re an 8-time winner of Prairie Business Magazine’s “50 Best Places to Work.”
Benefits : Holidays
- Vacation & Sick Leave
- Simple IRA
- Quarterly Incentives / Bonuses
Insurance : Medical (HSA contribution), Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Accident & Life
Overview
Midwest Fire is seeking a technically driven and detail-oriented Electrical Technician to support the wiring, assembly, and integration of our custom-built fire apparatus. This hands-on role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about advanced vehicle multiplexing and Class 1 ES-Key programming.
If you have a strong understanding of 12V DC / AC systems, can read and interpret complex wiring schematics, and want to be part of a team modernizing electrical systems to 2025 standards of excellence, we’d love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
Perform complete 12V DC / AC wiring and harness routing for fire apparatus electrical systemsInstall and integrate lighting, switches, relays, breakers, diodes, solenoids, and accessoriesWire and troubleshoot battery, charging, and grounding systemsConfigure, test, and troubleshoot Class 1 ES-Key multiplex systems (Super Node, CAN Bus, J1939, and associated components)Read and interpret electrical schematics, logic diagrams, and chassis wiring documentationCollaborate with engineers and programmers to resolve communication and pinout issuesOperate shop tools and equipment safely (forklifts, cranes, multimeters, etc.)Support continuous improvement by identifying and documenting wiring or programming best practicesAssist with cross-functional production needs (plumbing, fabrication, etc.)Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification in Electrical Systems, Automotive Technology, or Mechatronics preferredVocational or field experience in automotive, emergency vehicle, or heavy-equipment electrical systemsProficient in 12V DC / AC wiring and circuit troubleshootingExperience with ES-Key, Power Vision, or IC Systems strongly preferredKnowledge of CAN Bus, J1939, and multiplex programming logicAbility to interpret schematics, service manuals, and safety documentationSkilled in the use of electrical diagnostic tools and hand / power toolsBasic computer and programming literacy (CANalyzer, PCAN, or similar software a plus)Familiarity with PLC or other logic-based control systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens) is a plus and beneficial for understanding multiplex programming structureStrong communication skills; able to work independently and as part of a teamPre-Employment Requirements
Successful candidates must complete :
Physical examinationBackground checkDrug screeningValid driver’s license verification#hc205586
