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Waterway Construction Worker / Hydraulic Engineering Technician (Vocational Trainee) Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Wasserbauer/in

As a Waterway Construction Worker, you are responsible for the construction, maintenance, and upkeep of waterways, coastal protection facilities, and other hydraulic engineering structures. This is a 3-year recognized vocational training program, which can be completed in both public service and commercial enterprises (industrial sector).

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What you do

  • Construct and maintain waterways, dikes, and bank reinforcements.
  • Service and repair hydraulic structures such as locks, weirs, and pumping stations.
  • Operate machinery and equipment for hydraulic engineering, e.g., excavators, cranes, boats.
  • Review and implement measurement results and construction plans.
  • Carry out flood protection measures and water body maintenance.
  • Set up, secure, and clear construction sites.
  • Process materials such as concrete, stone, and wood.

Requirements

  • Good physical fitness and resilience.
  • Technical understanding and manual dexterity.
  • Interest in nature, environment, and hydraulic engineering.
  • Diligence and sense of responsibility.
  • Teamwork skills and reliability.
  • Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Good German language skills (at least B2).

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in specific areas (e.g., coastal protection, excavator operation).
  2. 2Further training as a Waterway Construction Master (Meister/in) or Technician (specializing in hydraulic engineering).
  3. 3Advancement to leadership positions in water management authorities or construction companies.
  4. 4Studying civil engineering (with appropriate higher education entrance qualification).

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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 Waterway Construction Worker / Hydraulic Engineering Technician (Vocational Trainee) Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 850 to 1,200 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Waterway Construction Worker / Hydraulic Engineering Technician (Vocational Trainee) Ausbildung?

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

What are the requirements for a Waterway Construction Worker / Hydraulic Engineering Technician (Vocational Trainee) Ausbildung?

Good physical fitness and resilience.; Technical understanding and manual dexterity.; Interest in nature, environment, and hydraulic engineering.; Diligence and sense of responsibility..

Where can I find open Waterway Construction Worker / Hydraulic Engineering Technician (Vocational Trainee) Ausbildung positions?

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

How to apply as a Waterway Construction Worker / Hydraulic Engineering Technician (Vocational Trainee)

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