Apprenticeship as a Shunting Locomotive Driver in Freight Transport 2027

Three-year apprenticeship as a shunting locomotive driver in freight transport with DB Cargo in Mainz-Bischofsheim. Vocational school takes place in block instruction at BBS Lahnstein near Koblenz.

You mainly shunt freight wagons, assemble trains by coupling and uncoupling individual wagons, check the operational readiness of freight trains and secure their loads. You learn your vehicle and the rules of safe railway operations, occasionally drive to customers in the region, and start and finish your working day at the regional shunting yard.

You have completed school or will complete it soon, and your school-leaving qualification is recognized in Germany. Your German language skills are at least B2 level. You are interested in technology and working outdoors, and you are responsible, decisive and reliable. Shift, weekend and public holiday work is acceptable to you. The selection process includes a medical and psychological aptitude assessment.

Attractive benefits, a dedicated contact person and a supportive team. You receive a mobile device, 16 free domestic travel journeys per year, additional travel discounts including a DB Job-Ticket, and a rent subsidy of up to 400 euros per month if you move to accommodation closer to work. There are very good chances of permanent employment after successfully completing the apprenticeship.