The U.S. Department of Labor does not provide salary information for fuel cell technicians. It does provide salary data for technicians in all industries. The salary ranges by specialty in May 2023 were:
- chemical, $42,900 to $109,190+
- electrical and electronics engineering, $46,420 to $105,320+
- industrial engineering, $44,950 to $94,540+
- mechanical engineering, $44,110 to $96,740+
Mechanical engineering technicians who worked in engineering, architectural, and related services earned about $70,030 per year. Technicians employed in scientific research and development services averaged $66,840 per year, while those who worked in motor vehicle parts manufacturing earned about $65,010 per year.
Fuel cell technicians usually receive employment benefits that include paid holidays, vacations, and sick days; personal days; medical, dental, and life insurance; profit-sharing plans; 401(k) plans; retirement and pension plans; and educational assistance programs.
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