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Civil Engineering Specialist – Canal/Sewer Construction for Infrastructure Technology Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Tiefbaufacharbeiter/in - Kanalbauarbeiten für Infrastrukturtechnik

The vocational training as a Civil Engineering Specialist specializing in Canal/Sewer Construction for Infrastructure Technology prepares you for the construction and maintenance of canal and pipeline systems. This recognized apprenticeship in craft and industry has a duration that varies and will be continued under modernized training regulations starting August 2026.

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What you do

  • Excavate and secure trenches and construction pits
  • Lay and connect pipes for sewage and water lines
  • Perform leak tests on installed pipe systems
  • Operate construction machinery and equipment such as excavators and wheel loaders
  • Read construction plans and implement technical drawings
  • Observe safety regulations and environmental protection measures on the construction site
  • Restore surfaces after construction work, e.g., paving or asphalt laying

Requirements

  • Good basic school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or secondary school certificate (Mittlerer Schulabschluss)
  • Technical understanding and spatial reasoning skills
  • Manual dexterity and physical resilience
  • Reliability, meticulousness, and teamwork skills
  • Interest in working outdoors and with construction materials
  • Willingness to comply with safety regulations
  • Good German language skills (minimum B1 level)

Career prospects

  1. 1Further training to become a Master Craftsperson in Civil Engineering (Tiefbaumeister/in)
  2. 2Specialization in specific areas (e.g., pipe rehabilitation, specialized civil engineering)
  3. 3Advancement to Foreman/woman or Construction Site Manager
  4. 4Further training to become a Civil Engineering Technician
  5. 5Self-employment with your own company

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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 Civil Engineering Specialist – Canal/Sewer Construction for Infrastructure Technology Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 850 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 Civil Engineering Specialist – Canal/Sewer Construction for Infrastructure Technology Ausbildung?

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

What are the requirements for a Civil Engineering Specialist – Canal/Sewer Construction for Infrastructure Technology Ausbildung?

Good basic school leaving certificate (Hauptschulabschluss) or secondary school certificate (Mittlerer Schulabschluss); Technical understanding and spatial reasoning skills; Manual dexterity and physical resilience; Reliability, meticulousness, and teamwork skills.

Where can I find open Civil Engineering Specialist – Canal/Sewer Construction for Infrastructure Technology Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Civil Engineering Specialist – Canal/Sewer Construction for Infrastructure Technology

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