Electrical Technician

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.

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.”

Employment Type: Full-Time Position

Pay: $20.00 to $35.00 Depending on experience

Hours: Monday - Friday 7 am - 3:30 pm

Benefits: Holidays
• Vacation & Sick Leave
• Simple IRA
• Quarterly Incentives/Bonuses

Insurance: Medical (HSA contribution), Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, Accident & Life

• Perform complete 12V DC / AC wiring and harness routing for fire apparatus electrical systems
• Install and integrate lighting, switches, relays, breakers, diodes, solenoids, and accessories
• Wire and troubleshoot battery, charging, and grounding systems
• Configure, 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 documentation
• Collaborate with engineers and programmers to resolve communication and pinout issues
• Operate shop tools and equipment safely (forklifts, cranes, multimeters, etc.)
• Support continuous improvement by identifying and documenting wiring or programming best practices
• Assist with cross-functional production needs (plumbing, fabrication, etc.)

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or certification in Electrical Systems, Automotive Technology, or Mechatronics preferred
• Vocational or field experience in automotive, emergency vehicle, or heavy-equipment electrical systems
• Proficient in 12V DC / AC wiring and circuit troubleshooting
• Experience with ES-Key, Power Vision, or IC Systems strongly preferred
• Knowledge of CAN Bus, J1939, and multiplex programming logic
• Ability to interpret schematics, service manuals, and safety documentation
• Skilled in the use of electrical diagnostic tools and hand/power tools
• Basic 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 structure
• Strong communication skills; able to work independently and as part of a team

Successful candidates must complete:

• Physical examination
• Background check
• Drug screening
• Valid driver’s license verification