Apprenticeship as a Track Construction Worker for Railway Tracks 2027

The three-year apprenticeship as a track construction worker starts on 30 August 2027 in Kassel. You mainly work outdoors, travel to changing locations, and take on some shift work from the second training year.

Work outdoors with the team on railway construction sites; lay new rails and switches, inspect them for damage, and replace defective parts; renew the ballast under the tracks using modern machinery; check measurements so trains can travel safely and smoothly; take on some shift work and assembly work from the second training year

School-leaving certificate recognized in Germany; German language skills at least at B2 level, with an online B2 course available for applicants at B1 level; interest in outdoor work; motivation and reliability; enjoyment of teamwork and practical work; willingness to work at changing locations, times, and night shifts

Attractive benefits, a dedicated contact person, a great team, and very good chances of being retained after training; mobile device for learning and private use; 16 free journeys within Germany per year and further travel discounts, including a DB Job-Ticket; rent subsidy of up to €400 per month if moving closer reduces a daily commute of more than 2.5 hours