Become a Train Inspector in Tyrol or Vorarlberg
- Tyrol
- Vorarlberg
- Full Time
As technicians for rail vehicles (rolling stock inspectors), we ensure the technically safe operation of rail vehicles on infrastructure facilities. Through safety, competence, flexibility, and quality, we guarantee smooth operations for our customers, ensuring that all passenger and freight trains arrive safely and on time tomorrow.
Start your training as a rolling stock inspector. Do you want to help ensure that our trains are ready for departure on time and reach their destination safely? Then you’ve come to the right place!
“My meaningful job: I decide whether a train is ready for service.” Andreas, Rolling Stock Inspector
Your tasks – exciting and diverse:
- In 32 varied weeks, all essential technical and operational regulations regarding rail vehicles and their loads will be taught.
- During practical training, you will be introduced to the role under the guidance of experienced colleagues – including your first assignments in shift work.
- After passing the service examination, you will work as a rolling stock inspector for freight wagons.
- Vehicles and trains are inspected according to applicable guidelines and standards.
- You decide whether trains and wagons are operational and safe, and you carefully document the results.
- Through targeted further training, there are opportunities for continuous professional and personal development.
- With commitment and a sense of responsibility, you make a significant contribution to safe and reliable rail operations.
- The work is carried out according to clear guidelines – as part of a team and with a high degree of personal responsibility.
- The video One day in a Job offers an exciting insight into the daily work routine.
What you bring – our expectations:
- A completed training in mechanical or electrical engineering is required, as well as a minimum age of 18 at the start of the course.
- You are a responsible person who enjoys varied and technical work.
- Manual skills enable you to safely perform a wide range of tasks.
- Enjoyment of working outdoors – in sun, wind, and rain – as well as physical fitness are important prerequisites for your work.
- You work independently, reliably, and always keep the most important tasks in mind.
- Shift work, including weekends, holidays, and night shifts, can be easily integrated into your personal daily life and environment.
- Military or alternative civilian service has already been completed, or you are exempt from it.
- Excellent German language skills, both spoken and written, ensure safe and respectful communication with colleagues and customers.
What we offer – a compelling package:
- We offer a wide range of further training opportunities as well as numerous benefits for all ÖBB employees.
- For the position of "Trainee Rolling Stock Inspector," a minimum gross annual salary of €38,351.88 is provided. After completing the training and working in the role of "Rolling Stock Inspector," the salary is at least €45,822.42 gross per year, with an above-collective agreement remuneration of at least €47,865.16 gross per year.
- Additionally, performance-based supplementary payments averaging around €300 gross per month (excluding overtime) are granted.
- The remuneration regulations for employees in wagon services apply.
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Your application
Please apply online with:
- Curriculum vitae
- Proof of citizenship or a copy of your passport
- Apprenticeship diploma or high school diploma
- Class B driver’s license
- If you are an internal applicant, please ideally include your SAP applicant extract
Women are an indispensable part of our success and corporate culture. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women, who will be given preference in the event of equal qualifications – taking into account the relevant framework conditions of all applications.
Please note that a criminal record certificate must be submitted as part of the hiring process.
Contact persons
For technical questions about this job posting, Melanie Saric is available at +43 664/8111695.
For general questions about the application process, the ÖBB Recruiting Team can be reached at +43 5 1778 97 77888.
About the company:
Since 1923, ÖBB has shaped mobility in Austria: we transport people and goods and work on solutions for rail, bus, and logistics. Our investments in rail infrastructure contribute to the Austrian economy. As one of Austria’s largest employers (*), ÖBB offers a variety of career fields, supports employees in their professional and personal development, and implements measures to promote their health. Together, we work on a corporate culture characterized by appreciation and respectful collaboration.
(*) Source: Firmium, “Largest Employers in Austria”, https://www.firmium.ch/blog/groesste-arbeitgeber-oesterreich
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