Tunnelwärter (w/m/d)

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Tunnel Operator (m/f/d) to join our Tunnel Operations team located in Zella-Mehlis, Thuringia. This is a full-time, onsite position starting as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect tunnel structures regularly to ensure safety and integrity.
• Perform maintenance on tunnel infrastructure and associated auxiliary facilities.
• Carry out tunnel cleaning and washing procedures.
• Secure workplace safety during active work zones within the tunnels.
• Participate in winter service operations as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Completed vocational training as a road maintenance worker, road builder, or a comparable specialized profession, or qualification as a road maintenance worker via company-specific examination.
• Possession of a Class CE driving license and willingness to operate company vehicles, including during winter road maintenance duties.
• Knowledge and compliance with guidelines for securing roadwork sites (RSA).
• Readiness to work in shifts, including weekends and on-call duties.

Personal Attributes

• Strong social and communication skills.
• Committed, dependable, responsible, and able to work independently.
• Enjoys working collaboratively within a team environment.
• High resilience, decision-making capability, and motivation to perform.

Additional Information

The selection process will be conducted by a commission. The salary is based on pay group E7, with individual salary scale level determined according to the collective agreement of the Autobahn company (MTV-Autobahn).

Applications are to be submitted via our career portal by September 2, 2026.

Contact for inquiries: Karolin Gramolla | Phone: 0152-59572163 | Email: KAROLIN.GRAMOLLA@AUTOBAHN.DE

Employee Benefits

• Opportunities to actively shape a forward-looking company and engage in diverse tasks with national career prospects.
• Flexible work arrangements including mobile working and telecommuting where possible, 30+1 days of annual leave, over 200 locations nationwide, and support for childcare or caregiving responsibilities.
• A culture of open communication, constructive error management, equal opportunity, solidarity, and respectful interaction.
• Fair compensation aligned with job function rather than formal qualifications, supported by company collective agreements and employee representation through works councils and unions.
• Secure employment guaranteed by 100% federal ownership combined with elements of private sector and public administration, plus attractive retirement benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We value respectful collaboration and enjoyment at work. We believe in the success of diverse teams with varied expertise, perspectives, experiences, and skills. Accordingly, we warmly welcome applications regardless of origin, gender/gender identity, age, nationality, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, including giving special consideration to severely disabled applicants with equivalent suitability.

Data Protection

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