Fuel Cell Field Technician – Hybrid & Global Impact

Ballard Power Systems Inc.

Fremont (CA)

Hybrid

USD 41,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits
Paid time off
Extensive learning opportunities
Mentorship programs

Job summary

Ballard Power Systems Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician for the SF Bay Area.

The role involves repairing, refurbishing, testing, and maintaining fuel cell modules and components at customer sites, with a hybrid work setup and travel to San Mateo, Santa Cruz, and Oakland. You will diagnose issues, perform repairs, train customers, and document service activities, contributing to high quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of field service, equipment maintenance, repair, or similar hands-on technical service experience.
  • Experience with fuel cells, hydrogen systems, industrial equipment, power systems, or electro‑mechanical products is an asset.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and service documentation.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

  • Repair, retrofit, refurbishment, and reconditioning of fuel cell modules and components in the field.
  • Perform mechanical and electrical repairs per procedures, specs, and quality standards.
  • Conduct functional and leak testing to ensure equipment performance and reliability.
  • Travel frequently to customer sites for maintenance, repairs, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
  • Provide hands-on instruction and technical guidance to customers and service partners.

Skills

Field service
Mechanical troubleshooting
Electrical troubleshooting
Diagnostics

Education

Technical diploma / trade cert in Mech/Electrical/Mechatronics

Tools

Diagnostic tools
Hand tools

Job description

Ballard Power Systems Inc. is seeking a Field Service Technician for the SF Bay Area.

The role involves repairing, refurbishing, testing, and maintaining fuel cell modules and components at customer sites, with a hybrid work setup and travel to San Mateo, Santa Cruz, and Oakland. You will diagnose issues, perform repairs, train customers, and document service activities, contributing to high quality and safety standards.

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