Training for Construction Equipment Operator / Excavator Driver 2027

About the job

We are Deutsche Bahn. Millions of passengers travel with us every day and we transport enormous quantities of goods – across Germany and neighbouring Europe. Too often, we also disappoint. That is why we are working intensively on a better railway. For that, we need power and you! We are one of the most diverse employers in Germany. Every year, we look for around 5,000 trainees in 50 different training professions who want to make the railway a little better with us every day. Join in: We offer you attractive benefits, a fixed contact person, and a great team by your side. And after successful training, you have excellent chances of being taken on!

Responsibilities

You no longer want to just stand on the sidelines but want to make a big impact. Then get on board – with our construction machinery at DB Bahnbau Group!

From 30 August 2027, we are looking for you for the 3-year training as a Construction Equipment Operator / Excavator Driver (m/f/d) at DB Bahnbau Gruppe GmbH in the track service unit at the Freiburg im Breisgau location. The training also takes place in blocks at the training workshop in Augsburg and at the vocational school Staatliches Berufliches Schulzentrum Max-von-Pettenkofer Neuburg a.d. Donau. A modern dormitory with other trainees is provided for you by DB in Augsburg and Neuburg.

This is what your training looks like:

Construction site instead of office: With us, you operate real machines – from excavators to cranes – and ensure the rails are laid correctly

Heavy Machines: You will become a professional on the (two-way) excavator and will ace the exam with our support

Teamwork and technology: With your track construction team, you go out to the construction sites, measure routes, lay rails, and use the latest technology

Pure variety: Whether checking equipment, replacing ballast, or starting new construction projects – every day brings new tasks

Sounds nice: Then be part of it and build your future – here, technology, power, and team spirit await you like nowhere else on a sports field!

Skills

Your profile:

You have (soon) successfully completed school and your school leaving certificate is recognised in Germany

Your German language skills correspond to at least the B2 level

You are characterised by commitment, conscientiousness, and reliability

You enjoy working in a team and always lend a hand

Working outdoors and in shifts does not bother you

It is advantageous if you are at least 18 years old at the start of training

For this training, an aptitude test is part of the selection process. On our career page, you can find out everything about the background, procedure, and ideal preparation.

This is important to us:

Our aim is to offer all candidates the same opportunities to start with us if they have the same aptitude. We actively promote diversity and togetherness in our teams. We appreciate every application, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, belief, disability, age, duration of unemployment, as well as sexual orientation and identity.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration

Depending on the year of training, between 1,407 euros and 1,633 euros per month. *Salary amounts are valid from 01.07.2026. The employment conditions apply to trainees of DB Bahnbau Gruppe GmbH.

DB Youngster Community

DB Youngster Community – Experience exciting workshops, cool events, community trips, and much more with other trainees and dual students.

Travel discounts

We offer you 16 free journeys within Germany per year and further travel discounts such as the DB Job Ticket for your daily commute. In addition, there are affordable travel options for family and friends.

Fixed contact persons

We offer you practical and future-oriented training with fixed contact persons who accompany you on your path.

Rent subsidy

We support you in settling into your new city! If you have to commute more than 2.5 hours daily from your previous place of residence and rent a closer apartment, you will receive a rent subsidy of up to 400 € per month from us.

Mobile device

For the success of your training, we offer the best conditions: You will receive a mobile device from us that you can use for learning and also privately.

Employment

After your successful completion, you will receive an offer to be taken on by DB.

Equal opportunities and self-determined participation of severely disabled persons and those with equivalent status, as well as respectful cooperation, are firmly established principles within the DB Group. Therefore, severely disabled and equivalent applicants are given preferential consideration if equally qualified.