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Road Builder / Road Construction Worker Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Straßenbauer/in

Road Builder is a 3-year recognized vocational training program in industry and skilled crafts. In this apprenticeship, you will learn to construct and maintain roads, paths, and squares, from planning to completion. It is a practical occupation that requires technical understanding and physical resilience.

What you do

  • Prepare and compact subgrades (e.g., with rollers)
  • Lay asphalt, concrete, or paving stones
  • Install drainage systems and curbs
  • Operate construction equipment and machinery (e.g., excavators, wheel loaders)
  • Perform surveying tasks
  • Secure construction sites and adhere to safety regulations
  • Read and interpret construction drawings

Requirements

  • Good spatial reasoning skills
  • Manual dexterity and technical understanding
  • Physical resilience and stamina
  • Teamwork skills and reliability
  • Interest in outdoor construction projects
  • Careful and precise working methods
  • At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss or equivalent)

Career prospects

  1. 1Foreman/woman
  2. 2Master Road Builder
  3. 3Construction Technician
  4. 4Specialization in specific areas (e.g., asphalt technology)
  5. 5Self-employment with your own road construction company

Companies offering this Ausbildung

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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 Road Builder / Road Construction Worker Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 700 to 1,100 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Road Builder / Road Construction Worker Ausbildung?

Usually B1 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Road Builder / Road Construction Worker Ausbildung?

Good spatial reasoning skills; Manual dexterity and technical understanding; Physical resilience and stamina; Teamwork skills and reliability.

Where can I find open Road Builder / Road Construction Worker Ausbildung positions?

Right now there are 109 open positions at 106 companies, for example at Eiffage Infra-Ost GmbH, Rohrlei-Anlagenbau KöWu GmbH & Co. KG, and TH. Heemskerk Tiefbauunternehmen GmbH.

How to apply as a Road Builder / Road Construction Worker

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

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