Deutsche Bahn AG
Koblenz
Career Changer as Gardener / Vegetation Caretaker on the Track
- 31 August 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Koblenz
Job summary
Join a team focused on vegetation care with exciting career opportunities. Enjoy a supportive work environment with competitive pay during training.
Tasks
- Learn vegetation care step by step over 6 months full-time.
- Work with tools like chainsaws, receiving thorough training.
- Assist in relocating rare species when discovered on-site.
Skills
- Must be 18+, no prior experience needed, and possess a driver's license.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Strong communication skills in German, both spoken and written.
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About the job
We have a variety of important professions that require specialised knowledge. That is why we rely on people who want to reorient and develop their careers, for example after parental leave. You will receive an attractive salary already during the retraining. At the end of your induction period, you will take on your tasks independently and become a full member of our team.
This is what awaits you during the retraining:
- In about 6 months, you will learn step by step everything you need for the profession in vegetation care in full-time
- Theory and practice alternate – so you get everything shown and can try it out immediately
- Of course, you will be accompanied by experienced colleagues, so the entry succeeds, whether you already have experience or have never worked with forestry equipment
- You will receive a secure salary from the start
After your retraining, you will take on the following tasks:
- You will care for the "green" alongside the tracks with the team – this includes cutting shrubs, removing cuttings, or safely felling trees
- You will use equipment such as brushcutters and chainsaws – don’t worry, you will receive thorough instruction and all necessary training
- Small maintenance work and care of the equipment are also part of your duties
- If you discover rare animals or protected species, you will actively help to relocate them professionally
Your profile:
- You are at least 18 years old
- Special prior experience in vegetation care is not necessary, but you are confident to work with equipment such as a chainsaw
- Fresh air and working outdoors are exactly your thing, no matter the weather
- You can communicate confidently in German, both spoken and written
- You are flexible – night or weekend work as well as changing locations do not bother you
- You already have a valid category B driving licence and your own car
This is important to us:
Benefits
Leisure sponsored by Bahn
Individual development
Stability and security
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 equally entitled applicants are given preferential consideration if equally qualified.
