Service Technicians for Control and Safety Technology (Switch Systems)
- Tyrol
- Full Time
To ensure our rail system functions smoothly, thousands of switches must operate reliably. We inspect, maintain, and repair them throughout their entire lifespan. We are the approximately 130 colleagues at WS Service GmbH, a subsidiary of ÖBB-Infrastruktur AG and voestalpine Turnout Technology Zeltweg GmbH.
Your Job
- As a Service Technician, you will support inspection activities as well as maintenance, construction, and repair work in the field of signaling and control technology (including various switch components and conversion systems, etc.).
- You will assist in determining the required materials and equipment and keep auxiliary records for construction reports, performance records, test protocols, etc.
- If necessary, after a corresponding training phase, you will take on various safety tasks.
- You will ensure strict compliance with all guidelines and instructions.
Your Profile
- You have completed vocational training (apprenticeship or technical school) as an electrician, electronics technician, mechatronics technician, or in a related field.
- Flexibility in working hours and a willingness to work nights and occasionally on weekends are required for this position.
- You are eager to advance professionally, learn new skills (railway technology), and take on responsibility.
- You possess the necessary physical and mental fitness, including suitability for track and height work (to be determined upon hiring), and hold a category B driving license.
- Ideally, you have completed mandatory military service or alternative civilian service (for male applicants) or hold an exemption certificate.
Our Offer
- The position of "Service Technician for Signaling and Control Technology" comes with a minimum gross annual salary of €42,807.10 for a 38.5-hour workweek. We are prepared to offer an overpayment of €3,200 gross per month. Depending on the role and deployment, you may receive a travel allowance of €560 gross per month.
- We offer you the opportunity to develop further through numerous training modules. Together, we will plan your personal training steps (up to the role of team leader).
- A goal-oriented and experienced team looks forward to welcoming you and supporting you in your start and daily tasks.
- You will have the chance to make a personal contribution to modern and attractive mobility in Austria and the option to take advantage of travel benefits to explore Austria with ÖBB.
Employment at WS Service GmbH is carried out through a temporary employment arrangement from ÖBB-Infrastruktur AG to WS Service GmbH.
Your Application
Please apply online with a cover letter, CV, and certificates.
As an internal applicant, please also 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 regarding this job posting, David Tomas is available at +43 664 811 2116.
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, we at ÖBB have 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 diverse 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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