ETA Apprenticeship: Commercial Vehicle Driver (EFZ 3-Year)
- Location
- GrenchenSolothurnSwitzerland
- Employment
- Internship
- Seniority
- Intern
- Department
- Supply Chain, Logistics & Inventory
- Industry
- Fine Watches & Horology
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
About ETA
ETA is a benchmark of Swiss horological expertise, renowned for designing and producing precision movements that power many of the world’s most respected watches. As part of the Swatch Group, the manufacture combines industrial excellence, technical innovation, and a deep respect for traditional watchmaking savoir-faire. As an employer, ETA offers a highly specialized environment where engineers, micromechanics, technicians, and operational talents contribute to products defined by reliability, accuracy, and refinement. The company values discipline, craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and collaborative expertise, providing careers at the heart of Switzerland’s watchmaking ecosystem and the future of mechanical and quartz movement technology.
ETA SA (Swatch Group) seeks apprentice Commercial Vehicle Driver (EFZ) in Grenchen, Switzerland, starting 2027.
Role & Responsibilities
- Operate commercial vehicles in compliance with transportation regulations and safety standards
- Assist with goods transport and logistics operations supporting manufacturing and distribution
- Maintain vehicle documentation and ensure adherence to legal driving hour restrictions
- Support warehouse and inventory management activities under supervision
- Participate in ongoing professional development and theoretical instruction
Qualifications
- Swiss lower secondary school diploma or equivalent
- Valid Swiss learner's permit (or eligibility to obtain one)
- Physical fitness for commercial vehicle operation and manual handling
- Reliability and strong work ethic
- Willingness to obtain professional transport certifications
Skills
Experience
No prior professional experience required; enthusiasm for the logistics and transport sector is essential.
Education
Completion of Swiss obligatory secondary education (9 years); candidates should be prepared to pursue the EFZ qualification in parallel with employment.
Workplace
The role is situated in Grenchen, Solothurn, Switzerland — conveniently close to Bern.
Culture
ETA offers a workplace culture rooted in Swiss precision, technical mastery, and continuous innovation within the watchmaking industry. As an employer, it fosters collaboration between engineers, artisans, and production specialists, valuing reliability, quality, and the transmission of specialized expertise across generations.
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