Job Description

Overview

Ballard's Customer Care team is looking for Field Service Technicians to support customers in the Northeastern United States. This role involves the repair, refurbishment, testing, and maintenance of fuel cell modules and components, ensuring high quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

  • Perform repair, retrofit, refurbishment, and reconditioning activities for fuel cell modules and components.
  • Execute mechanical and electrical repairs according to established procedures and quality standards.
  • Conduct functional testing, leak testing, and verification activities to ensure equipment performance.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives related to repair and refurbishment processes.
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and system-level issues on fuel cell modules.
  • Support testing activities and assist in identifying root causes of product failures.
  • Collaborate with advanced support teams to resolve technical issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Travel frequently to customer and operational sites for maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting.
  • Provide timely and professional technical support in the field while ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
  • Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers and stakeholders.
  • Train customers and service partners on module repair procedures and maintenance best practices.
  • Deliver hands-on instruction and technical guidance for safe equipment operation.
  • Maintain accurate work logs, repair records, and service documentation.
  • Ensure all repair and testing activities are documented according to company requirements.
  • Provide detailed feedback on product performance and service trends.

Requirements

  • Technical diploma, trade certification, or equivalent education in a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience in field service, equipment maintenance, or a hands-on technical service environment.
  • Experience with fuel cells, hydrogen systems, or electro-mechanical products is an asset.
  • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and service documentation.
  • Experience using diagnostic tools and hand tools.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and service documentation systems.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently.
  • Ability to lift and handle materials and tools safely.
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • PTO
  • 401k

Additional Information

  • The salary range for this position is between $60,000 – 90,000 USD.
  • Permanent employees may be eligible for a competitive annual bonus program.

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
PTO
401k

How this job compares in Newark, NJ

Pay in context

At roughly $36/hr, this posting lands within a few percent of the $36/hr median for welding jobs across New Jersey, whose middle half runs $29–$40/hr across 131 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 50% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. In other words it is a market-rate offer, so benefits, overtime, and shift schedule are where the real difference between this and the next posting on the list shows up.

The local market in Newark, NJ

We're tracking 12 other active welding openings in Newark, NJ right now, from 10 different employers. 4 of them were added in the last week. Across New Jersey as a whole we're tracking 198 other active welding openings from 117 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Newark, or widen the search to New Jersey.

The most active employers in New Jersey at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are gpac (15), Rhoads Industries (12), and Gpac (10). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within New Jersey, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are Camden at $41/hr, Northvale at $40/hr, and Totowa at $34/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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