How long does a career change to Cable Car Mechanic take?

Via the "Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)" route, expect 66–72 months.

What does a career change to Cable Car Mechanic cost?

Estimated costs are CHF 100–3'000.

Do I need a regular apprenticeship for Cable Car Mechanic?

Not necessarily. With work experience you can earn the qualification via Art. 32 VPETA, saving about 36 months.

How much do you earn as Cable Car Mechanic?

The median salary is ~CHF 76'000 per year (approximate).

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Career change

Career change to Cable Car Mechanic

You maintain and repair cable car systems in alpine terrain.

You don't need a second youth apprenticeship. With work experience there's a realistic route to the Cable Car Mechanic qualification — here are the duration, costs and how your experience is recognised.

Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)

Duration

66–72 months

Costs

CHF 100–3'000

Salary after

~CHF 76'000

✓ Art. 32 VPETA· saves ~36 months

Typically 5+ years of relevant work experience let you sit the final qualification exam directly — without a regular apprenticeship.

How the path works

1
Work experience
60 months
2
Final apprenticeship exam (Art. 32 BBG)
6–12 months · CHF 100–3'000

Salary progression

Entry

~CHF 62'000

Mid

~CHF 76'000

Senior

~CHF 92'000

Approximate values — they vary by region, employer and experience.

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