What does a train driver do?
Tobias gives you some exciting insights into the world of the train driver.
Practical training as a traction vehicle driver
Theory in your pocket? Practise with us! With over 20 locomotives in our Technology and Rolling Stock and a comprehensive fleet of freight wagons, we offer customised logistics solutions for every requirement. Do you like the prospect of becoming part of the SPITZKE team? Then start your practical training with us and discover the whole of Germany from the driver’s cab. After successfully passing the final examination to become a traction vehicle driver, we guarantee that you will be taken on as an employee.
All the facts at a glance
- Possibilities: Internship contract with your training provider or financing via SLG SPITZKE LOGISTIK GmbH through an employment contract as a ‘train driver (m/f/d) in training’
- Start: immediately
- Duration: approx. 3-4 months in company with apprentice and training locomotive drivers (m/f/d)
- Location: Germany-wide
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The job description
Train driver/traction vehicle driver – a job full of excitement and responsibility. By obtaining a train driver’s licence and an additional certificate, you will be authorised to drive diesel and electric traction units. You will also qualify as a shunting attendant (m/f/d) and as a wagon inspector (m/f/d) for freight wagons. In addition to driving trains, as an engine driver (m/f/d) you will recognise and rectify faults, for example, and thus ensure that rail transport runs smoothly. Later in your career, a large number of people will rely on you to carry out your diverse tasks carefully and make the right decisions in crucial situations. A high degree of concentration and a sense of responsibility are correspondingly important.
As you can see, the job description encompasses far more than the complex operation of traction units.
The job description
Tasks as a train driver
- You transport machines or goods safely to their destination throughout Germany.
- You drive locomotives/railway vehicles of various types safely through the public railway network.
- You will be on the move throughout Germany, including at weekends, on public holidays and at night.
- Your professional life will be accompanied by regular refresher training so that you are always up to date.
Career prospects as a train driver
- After successfully completing your qualification, we will find you a future-proof job with one of our contractual partners if you are interested.
- You can earn up to €4,500 gross per month with shift, weekend and night work and some tax-free bonuses.
- You have very good job opportunities, even if you have only successfully completed part of the qualification, e.g. as a shunting attendant (m/f/d).
The practical training
Contents
The contents of your training plan are
- Practical construction site and transport-related training in shunting and trackside services
- Practical training on the traction unit, in particular on the construction of the traction unit and the necessary preparatory and final services
- Certified knowledge acquisition of at least one series
The training is rounded off with several training runs in our in-house simulator. At the end, you will take a written and oral practical test, a simulator test drive and a practical acceptance drive on one of our traction units.
Your entire training will be supervised by training locomotive drivers. Thanks to our specialised training plans, you will be able to keep track of your training progress at all times.
Entry requirements
In order to start your practical training with us, you will need to pass the theory examinations (written/oral) for the additional certificate in accordance with Annex 6/7 TfV.
Personally, you should:
- Have an affinity for technology and be able to think analytically
- Have a high level of concentration
- Show aplomb and decisiveness in unpredictable situations
- Be reliable and have a high level of safety awareness
- Have a high level of mobility with Germany-wide assignments and assembly work
- Be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
Contents
The contents of your training plan are
- Practical construction site and transport-related training in shunting and trackside services
- Practical training on the traction unit, in particular on the construction of the traction unit and the necessary preparatory and final services
- Certified knowledge acquisition of at least one series
The training is rounded off with several training runs in our in-house simulator. At the end, you will take a written and oral practical test, a simulator test drive and a practical acceptance drive on one of our traction units.
Your entire training will be supervised by training locomotive drivers. Thanks to our specialised training plans, you will be able to keep track of your training progress at all times.
Entry requirements
In order to start your practical training with us, you will need to pass the theory examinations (written/oral) for the additional certificate in accordance with Annex 6/7 TfV.
Personally, you should:
- Have an affinity for technology and be able to think analytically
- Have a high level of concentration
- Show aplomb and decisiveness in unpredictable situations
- Be reliable and have a high level of safety awareness
- Have a high level of mobility with Germany-wide assignments and assembly work
- Be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
