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Public Transport Operator Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Fachkraft - Fahrbetrieb

As a Public Transport Operator, you drive buses and other vehicles in local public transport. This 3-year recognized vocational training prepares you to transport passengers safely and punctually and to ensure the smooth operation of services.

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What you do

  • Driving buses and other vehicles in scheduled service
  • Checking the operational safety of the vehicle before starting a journey
  • Advising and assisting passengers, e.g., with fare questions
  • Selling tickets and accounting for revenue
  • Providing passenger information and making announcements
  • Responding to disruptions and emergencies during operations
  • Adhering to timetables and traffic regulations

Requirements

  • At least a secondary school certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or equivalent
  • Technical understanding and interest in vehicles
  • High sense of responsibility and reliability
  • Enjoyment of working with people and strong service orientation
  • Good concentration skills and stress resistance
  • Good physical and mental fitness
  • Willingness to work shifts and on weekends

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training to become a Master of Road Transport (Meister für Kraftverkehr)
  2. 2Specialization as an in-company driving instructor
  3. 3Promotion to team leader or dispatcher in driving operations
  4. 4Further qualification in operations management or logistics
  5. 5Work in traffic planning or organization

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There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Public Transport Operator Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 950 to 1,250 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Public Transport Operator Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Public Transport Operator Ausbildung?

At least a secondary school certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or equivalent; Technical understanding and interest in vehicles; High sense of responsibility and reliability; Enjoyment of working with people and strong service orientation.

Where can I find open Public Transport Operator Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Public Transport Operator

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.