0Career changer as a train driver
Deutsche Bahn AG | Germany | 74xxx Osterburken | Permanent position | Full time | Published since: 14.07.2026 on stepstone.de

Career changer as a train driver

Branch: Transport and logistics Branch: Transport and logistics


We have a variety of important professions for which special knowledge is necessary. That is why we rely on people who want to reorientate and develop professionally, for example after a parental period. Already during retraining you get an attractive salary. After the cross entrance, you work with your colleagues at eye level.

Your tasks • Your profile • What we offer

As a driver, you are responsible for the safe operation of the vehicles and the timely transport of the passengers. As of 1 January 2027, we are looking for you as a cross-releaser:in (w/m/d) for DB Regio AG at the Osterburken site. In the approximately 10-12-month internal retraining at the training site Mannheim we prepare you for your job entry. During your functional training, cross-incomeers:in a locomotive guide, you will receive an adjusted entry level. After successful completion of the training, your salary will be increased to the entry level of the target activity. The corresponding annual gross salary* is currently between: 50,000 and 55,000 EUR This is what awaits you in retraining:

Retraining takes place in full-time (39 hours/week) and consists of theoretical and practical classes The theoretical teaching takes place at the Mannheim site, your practice assignments take place as close to your home as possible The training classes consist of about 15 participants At your future site you will gain practical experience and knowledge of the route You get a modern training, including using simulators and tablets With successful completion of the final exams, you will qualify for independent driving of locomotive and drive vehicles

After your retraining, you take the following activities:

Make sure our travelers reach their destination safely, on time and conveniently The safety-relevant equipment and technical capabilities of the drive vehicles as well as the cleanliness and order in the interior are within your competence You are happy to meet expert decisions and take responsibility for people and vehicles If there are deviations in the driving mode, you will ensure the passenger information and make a significant contribution to a high service quality Also difficult customers:inside you will be patient and a friendly smile

Your profile:

You have completed your 20th year, and you have proven that you have completed a school degree and a successfully completed vocational training, preferably in the technical field with Ready to work in irregular shifts (night shift, holiday and weekend work, with daily different working hours) You have good to very good German skills (C1 level) Learning, reliability and commitment are of course for you With a current excerpt from the driver's register, you can prove that you participate reliably in the traffic (points are not a basic exclusion criterion) You are ready to demonstrate your medical and psychological suitability (examination takes place during the selection process by a medical examination)

Applications for already trained locomotive drivers: of course, You are also welcome. *According to current contractual and operational regulations, depending on specific activity, professional experience, qualification, allowances and premiums. Fee information in the job invitation does not justify a claim for remuneration. This is important to us:

Our claim is to offer all candidates the same opportunities for entry with us, both with equal suitability. We actively promote diversity and cooperation in our teams. We appreciate any application, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, world view, disability, age, duration of unemployment, sexual orientation and identity. Benefits:

We offer you 16 free journeys within Germany per year and other discounts such as DB Job Ticket for your daily work. In addition, there are good opportunities for family and friends. All DB employees can shop at a great price. Every month, you will find new offers on the DB travel market, such as mobile phone contracts, insurances, discounts for hotel chains, fashion and lifestyle. We meet you not only at eye level, but usually also where you are at home. With jobs in every federal state, in large cities as well as in smaller towns and municipalities. .

Location

ava Deutsche Bahn AG
74564  Osterburken
Germany

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