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
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Perform complete 12V DC / AC wiring and harness routing for fire apparatus electrical systems
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Install and integrate lighting, switches, relays, breakers, diodes, solenoids, and accessories
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Wire and troubleshoot battery, charging, and grounding systems
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Configure, test, and troubleshoot Class 1 ES-Key multiplex systems (Super Node, CAN Bus, J1939, and associated components)
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Read and interpret electrical schematics, logic diagrams, and chassis wiring documentation
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Collaborate with engineers and programmers to resolve communication and pinout issues
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Operate shop tools and equipment safely (forklifts, cranes, multimeters, etc.)
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Support continuous improvement by identifying and documenting wiring or programming best practices
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Assist with cross-functional production needs (plumbing, fabrication, etc.)
Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification in Electrical Systems, Automotive Technology, or Mechatronics preferred
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Vocational or field experience in automotive, emergency vehicle, or heavy-equipment electrical systems
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Proficient in 12V DC / AC wiring and circuit troubleshooting
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Experience with ES-Key, Power Vision, or IC Systems strongly preferred
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Knowledge of CAN Bus, J1939, and multiplex programming logic
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Ability to interpret schematics, service manuals, and safety documentation
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Skilled in the use of electrical diagnostic tools and hand/power tools
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Basic computer and programming literacy (CANalyzer, PCAN, or similar software a plus)
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Familiarity with PLC or other logic-based control systems (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens) is a plus and beneficial for understanding multiplex programming structure
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Strong communication skills; able to work independently and as part of a team
Pre-Employment Requirements
Successful candidates must complete:
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Physical examination
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Background check
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Drug screening
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Valid driver’s license verification
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