Suspension Mechanic* Rail Vehicles at BVB Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe
Basler Verkehrs-Betriebe (BVB)
Basel
Key information
- Publication date:01 January 2026
- Workload:100%
- Place of work:Basel
Job summary
Join our team as a Fahrwerkmechaniker*in for rail vehicles! Enjoy a dynamic work environment with great benefits.
Tasks
- Perform repairs and maintenance on the chassis of rail vehicles.
- Diagnose and resolve issues in complete systems effectively.
- Assess the condition of chassis components during maintenance.
Skills
- Completed training as a polymechanic or similar qualification required.
- Knowledge in assembly technology and repair of mechanical components.
- Good communication skills and proficiency in German, both written and spoken.
Is this helpful?
Suspension Mechanic* Rail Vehicles
Your role with us
- You carry out repair and maintenance work on the suspension systems of our rail vehicles
- You diagnose and fix malfunctions in overall systems
- You assess the condition of suspension components as part of maintenance
- You operate and maintain our in-house workshop tools and equipment
- You record work orders, working hours, as well as defects/malfunctions on the computer and are willing to work in shifts in the future
This convinces us
- You have completed training as a polymechanic* or a comparable qualification
- You bring knowledge in assembly technology and ideally experience in the repair and maintenance of mechanical and hydraulic components. Rail vehicle experience is a plus
- You hold a category B driving license (car) and are willing to complete training as a tram driver*
- You work carefully, on time, and independently and are a reliable, self-reflective personality
- You are open, responsible, and communicative, have good German skills in spoken and written form, and can confidently use a computer
We also have a lot to offer
- With your work, you contribute to ensuring that over 300,000 people in the Basel region can be sustainably mobile every day.
- Plannable shifts, regulated working hours, and fair allowances.
- Modern work equipment, safe processes, and good infrastructure.
- You use public transport in Basel for free, get a half-fare travelcard on top, and a reduced general subscription.
- You also benefit from an above-average pension fund with two-thirds employer contribution.
For this position / vacancy, we only consider direct applications. Personnel service providers or job placement agencies will not be considered.
Contact
Doruk from the recruiting team is your contact person in the application process and knows what makes BVB special as an employer. You can reach her at recruiting@bvb.ch.
See you soon at BVB! We look forward to meeting you.
See you soon at BVB! We look forward to meeting you.
Green is good. You too? Then come to us – we look forward to your online application.
