Electrical Technician for Overhead Line Maintenance (Base Wels)
- Upper Austria
- Full Time
We ensure that railway facilities are reliably available for our rail customers. With our technical expertise, we make a key contribution to safe and punctual rail transport. We are the 6,000 colleagues from the Track Management and Infrastructure Development (SAE) business unit.
The ÖBB’s overhead line systems supply hundreds of trains with energy every day. As part of our maintenance team, you ensure that this infrastructure functions reliably and safely in all weather conditions and at all times of the day.
Do you want to help shape the railway of tomorrow today? Then apply as an Electrical Technician for Overhead Line Maintenance at our Wels location.
Your Job
- In this exciting role, you will be responsible for inspections, maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting of our overhead line systems.
- You will operate and control the traction and other vehicles required for construction. The necessary training to become a train driver will be provided during your employment.
- You will also perform work at heights. You will always be secured and receive training beforehand to optimally prepare you for this task.
- You will assess the need for materials and equipment, keep records for inspection reports, construction reports, and performance records, provide technical guidance to workers, and actively support on-site work.
- If required, you will support the safe execution of construction sites as a safety guard.
Your Profile
- A successfully completed apprenticeship or technical school in electrical engineering, electronics, or a similar field forms the basis for this position.
- You also want to advance professionally and are willing to take on responsibility.
- Additionally, you have excellent German language skills and a category B driving licence.
- Flexibility in terms of working hours and a willingness to be on call and work night shifts complete your profile.
- Furthermore, you are willing to participate in training and further education that may take place in various regions of Austria.
- You have the necessary physical and mental fitness (which will be assessed during the hiring process).
Our Offer
- A varied job, working directly with the facilities and almost always outdoors.
- At the start, we will plan your personal training path with you: step by step, you will develop into an implementation manager (master craftsman qualification).
- You will learn how to operate and safely control maintenance trains and vehicles.
- All courses can be attended during your paid working hours.
- Special conditions for rail travel and in our travel agencies, holiday homes, and apartments in popular domestic holiday regions.
- You have the option to take advantage of the travel benefit (= train ticket) and explore Austria with ÖBB. This way, you not only work on climate-friendly mobility but can also travel sustainably with your family.
- The health of our employees is important to us, which is why we regularly offer the opportunity for health check-ups. Health days and vaccination campaigns are also part of the annual programme.
- ÖBB moves people and goods throughout Austria every day – by rail, bus, and logistics services. With investments in infrastructure, modern services, and innovations, ÖBB strengthens the public transport system, contributes to the Austrian economy, and offers diverse job opportunities in various professional fields.
- For the position of "Skilled Worker in Electrical Engineering," a minimum salary of €42,807.10 gross per year (or €3,057.65 gross per month x 14) excluding allowances for 38.5 hours per week is provided.
- You may receive a travel allowance, depending on the role and deployment.
Your Application
- Please apply online with your cover letter, CV, and certificates (apprenticeship examination certificate, technical school diploma, or equivalent).
If you are 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 about this job advertisement, please contact Madlen Singer, +43 664 78040420.
For general questions about the application process, our ÖBB Recruiting Team is available at +43 5 1778 97 77888.
About the Company:
Since 1923, we at ÖBB have shaped mobility in Austria and bear the responsibility for modern infrastructure as well as the transport of people and goods.
A career at ÖBB is not only diverse but also meaningful: As the largest climate protection company in the mobility sector, we move all of Austria, drive the Austrian economy forward, promote innovation, and are a reliable, responsible employer. We support our employees in their professional and personal development, implement measures for their health, and together we create a corporate culture characterised by appreciation and respectful collaboration.
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