Business & Administration · EBA
Logistician EBA
Simple warehouse and transport tasks.
About this profession
Simple warehouse and transport tasks. Over 2 years you learn this profession in a host company, at the vocational school and in inter-company courses. At the end you receive a nationally recognised Federal VET Certificate (EBA).
Day-to-day responsibilities
- ›Accept and check goods
- ›Store and manage merchandise
- ›Prepare and carry out transports
- ›Assemble and pick orders (commissioning)
Skills you'll need
A typical week as an apprentice
Host company
3 days/week — you learn the trade hands-on alongside experienced professionals.
Vocational school
1–2 days/week — general education plus job-specific theory.
Inter-company courses (üK)
Several blocks per year — practise core techniques together with other apprentices.
Where you'll work
Offices, banks, insurers, public administration, larger companies of any sector.
Entry requirements
- Completed compulsory school. The EBA is a strong fit for hands-on learners; close support during the apprenticeship is built in.
- A 'Schnupperlehre' (1–5 day taster) is the best way to find out if the profession suits you.
What you earn at the end
Federal VET Certificate (EBA) — a recognised qualification with a clear path to bridge into a 3-year EFZ apprenticeship (often shortened).
Apprentice wage
Typical monthly gross wage (CHF). Actual wages vary by sector and region.
Year 1
CHF 700 – 900/ Mt.
Year 2
CHF 900 – 1’200/ Mt.
Future-readiness
Score 2/5Our take
Demand remains stable; automation requires adaptability but also creates new tasks and opportunities in the logistics sector.
Sources
Early contract endings in this field
Across Business & Administration apprenticeships, roughly 12–18% of contracts are ended early, compared with about 23% nationally. Most of those apprentices continue their training elsewhere.
Further education & career
- Logistician EFZ (shortened apprenticeship)
- Federal professional examination (Logistics Specialist)
- Acquire forklift truck license
- Specialization (e.g., Supply Chain Assistant)
Learn more
Official sources and further information about this profession.