Fire Apparatus - Plumbing Technician

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 a 7-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

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Plumbing Technician to support the assembly and installation of pumps and plumbing systems for our custom fire trucks. This hands-on role focuses entirely on technical work and is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. If you have pipefitting experience, welding skills, and a strong understanding of plumbing systems, we’d like to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

• Install heat exchangers with valves as required
• Install master drains, primer controls, pump shifts, discharges, front and rear bumper connections, bleeders, and auto drains
• Weld pipes as needed to complete installations
• Connect plumbing lines to gauge panels
• Install tank level displays
• Use conventional and precision measuring instruments effectively
• Perform process inspections to ensure quality welds
• Operate MIG welders and plasma cutters on various metals
• Apply pipefitting and basic plumbing knowledge in assembly work
• Safely operate hand and power tools
• Read and interpret truck specifications, technical drawings, and manuals
• Work collaboratively with team members and assist peers as needed

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school or degree in plumbing or pipefitting preferred
• Vocational training or experience in plumbing, fabrication, or shop work considered
• Strong knowledge of pipefitting, welding, and basic plumbing systems
• TIG welding certification preferred
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, manuals, and work instructions
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Basic math skills for measurements and calculations
• Strong communication skills; able to work independently or as part of a team

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates must complete:

• Physical examination
• Background check
• Drug screening

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