VBK - Verkehrsbetriebe Karlsruhe GmbH | Germany | 76xxx Karlsruhe | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 22.10.2026 on stepstone.de
Mechatronics Technician
The transport companies Karlsruhe (VBK) offer the people in the fan city a powerful and environmentally friendly mobility offer. With their buses and tramways, they provide an annual performance of more than twelve million car kilometres and transport around 70 million passengers. With over 1,600 employees, the VBK is one of the largest employers in Karlsruhe. In addition to the daily operation, the VBK is committed to sustainable transport concepts and invest in modern vehicle technologies as well as the improvement of infrastructure. The history of the company reaches to 19. century back when the first trams in Karlsruhe drove. Today, the VBK is an indispensable part of public transport and, through its close cooperation with the Albtal Transport Society (AVG) and the Karlsruhe Transport Association (KVV), make an important contribution to climate-friendly mobility and quality of life in the region. mechatronics*in Full time Karlsruhe Maybachstraße Application deadline: 12.11.2026
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Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer
Continuous processing of complex, safety-relevant repair and maintenance orders at the switch technology (including city rail tunnel) in the VBK management area using special and small machines, equipment and measurement technology Preparation of construction sites incl. Material procurement, provision of vehicles/machines as well as installation of barriers and lighting carrying out repair, adjustment and welding and grinding work on switches, drives and track systems Removal of damage to track systems by accidents and accidents Participation in maintenance on special railways (e.g. Schlossgartenbahn, Turmbergbahn) and support of AVG Participation in readiness outside regular working hours Support in the winter service (scattering and rooms of track and switchboard systems) as well as for regular and special inspections Documentation of revision work on switch-over devices
Complete training as a mechatronic in the metal sector or in track construction as a track builder*in Qualification SIPO or higher and training RSA 21 desirable driving licence class B/BE required, C/CE desirable Embossed technical understanding and problem-solving capability for complex maintenance tasks on switch and track systems Good knowledge of the construction of mechanical plants and their repair technologies Safe handling of work equipment, machinery and measurement technology as well as knowledge of relevant UVV and regulations Teamability, independent working, communication skills and good German skills (mind. B2)
A responsible, varied challenge A secure and future-oriented workplace Good operating climate with open communication and valuable leadership culture Continuous possibilities for certifications and further training Payment by the district collective agreement for local transport enterprises Baden-Württemberg (BzTV-N BW) An attractive occupational pension scheme (ZVK) Very good access by public transport Interesting advantages when using our railways Bicycle leasing, Corporate Benefits, discounted Germany ticket and other local discounts Simply arrive: With availability we offer furnished WG rooms for the first 6 months
Location
 | VBK - Verkehrsbetriebe Karlsruhe GmbH | |
| 76227 Karlsruhe | ||
| Germany |
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