FAQ.
Here, you will find answers to the most important questions about training as a PostBus driver.
Practical driving training
Where does the training take place?
When can I start my training?
The training courses are offered as required, i.e. in consultation with you and your future driving instructor.
How does registration work?
Fill in the request for offer form. We will check availability with the driving instructor and confirm it with you. You can then make a binding confirmation of the offer.
When do lessons take place?
The driving lessons are distributed throughout the day in training blocks of 4 lessons (each lasting 45 minutes). You arrange appointments individually with the driving instructor. As a rule, lessons do not take place after 6 p.m. and at weekends, as we teach in training blocks. Exceptions must be agreed upon with the driving instructor.
How much does a practical driving lesson cost?
What is the training procedure?
What are the preconditions for the training?
Do you have a category C driving licence, and do you already have practical driving experience?
What training locations does PostBus offer?
Is a language diploma required for training for cat. D?
You don’t need a language diploma. However, you must be able to communicate with your driving instructor, otherwise training is not possible.
Training for category C
Offers for cat. C
We do not offer training for cat. C at PostBus. You can select training from cat. B to cat. D with us. To save on lessons, you can first take the cat. C at another driving school and then complete the cat. C to cat. D with us.
Third-party financing DI/REC
My training is financed by third parties. How should I proceed?
Your DI/REC office can contact the PostBus Administration, see contact. We will send an offer to the DI/REC and cc you. The DI/REC office must then sign and return the offer. We will then register the basic training with third party funding. You will receive a confirmation. The driving instructor will contact you in due course.
Career changers’ training
I am interested in a training course with PostBus Ltd for career changers.
On the job portal, you can check and apply for advertised career changer jobs. Applications submitted for a position that is not vacant cannot currently be considered.
Is the training funded by PostBus Ltd?
PostBus supports you in your driver training. The level of participation will be determined individually and discussed between you and your future leader during the personal interview.
How long does the training for career changers take at PostBus Ltd?
On the very first working day, you’ll start the theory and practical driving lessons with your driving instructor. You will be trained within the next two months and can then start directly in the driving service.
How does the driver training work?
Theory instruction
Do theory lessons have to be purchased?
No, you can also acquire basic theoretical knowledge through self-study.
How many theory lessons do I need?
The number of lessons may vary depending on your requirements.
How much does a theory lesson cost?
Price and invoicing
How much does the entire training cost?
Are there any additional costs?
Yes, additional costs may apply which are not included in the training costs at PostBus. These are listed below:
- For the medical examination by a trusted physician (approx. CHF 100) required for the provisional licence
- Theory and practical test at the driver and vehicle licensing office (approx. CHF 320)
- Fee for a new driving licence (approx. CHF 40)
How can I pay for my training?
The driving school services (theory and practical driving lessons as well as teaching materials) are invoiced monthly after purchase. The payment deadline is 30 days.
Example: If you have taken 10 practical lessons and 5 theory lessons in May, you will receive an invoice at the beginning of June. The invoice has a payment due date of 30 June.
How much does the CZV exam cost?
The preparation course costs around CHF 2,100. The CZV exam costs around CHF 1,000. More information under CZV courses.
Employment after training
Employment after training
Category D training at the PostBus driving school does not guarantee that you will be employed as a driver at PostBus. After completing your driving training, you will have the opportunity to look for vacant positions and apply for them.
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