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Switch Operator

Original title: Weichenwärter:in

Deutsche Bahn AG
Berlin, BE500+ employeesSkilled
Full-time
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  • Start Date

    On request

  • Sector

    Verkehrsberufe und Fahrbetrieb

  • Salary

    Competitive salary

Listing data as of November 1, 2026

About this Apprenticeship

S-Bahn Berlin GmbH is looking for a switch operator for the marshalling yard in Berlin. Full-time, permanent. You are responsible for the safe and timely execution of shunting movements at the mechanical signal box.

What You'll Learn

  • Safe and timely execution of shunting movements at the mechanical signal box in the Berlin marshalling yard
  • Setting the complete route (switches, track, signals) for a train's journey
  • Communicating with colleagues at neighboring signal boxes, with train drivers and with control centers
  • Issuing, handing over and transmitting operational messages and timetable notices
  • Checking and monitoring the rail routes and closing tracks in case of disruptions

Requirements

  • You are a switch operator and have very good knowledge and experience in mechanical signal box technology or the willingness to acquire it
  • You are characterized by a high sense of responsibility, reliability, professional and competent action in stressful situations, and punctuality
  • We require fitness for operational duty as a switch operator
  • You are willing to work shifts (night, weekend and holiday work)

What Deutsche Bahn AG offers

  • Free rides: 16 free rides within Germany per year and other travel discounts such as the DB job ticket for your daily commute, low-cost options to take family and friends along
  • Stability and security: long-term outlook through a permanent employment relationship in a forward-looking group
  • Varied career opportunities: attractive, individual offers for career orientation and development such as the DB Karriere Lab, group-wide succession planning and long-term development opportunities at specialist, project or management level

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