They work mostly in the background but are nevertheless indispensable. The tasks of the BILSTER BERG “technical guys” include repairing crash barriers, tree and lawn care, preparing the premises for customer events and towing during track operations.

Since events at the BILSTER BERG do not only take place during the week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., the technical department, with its current eight employees, works in a three-shift system. The early shift is clearly the more popular shift. “During the morning check, you can really enjoy the sunrise and talk about the latest events,” enthuses Günther Matthias.

Many of them have a long-standing relationship with the BILSTER BERG. Klaus Scholtis and Martin Kreisel, who are celebrating their 10th anniversary this year, played on the run-down military site as children, unaware that this would one day be their workplace.

“We don’t have a classic working day!” says Klaus Scholtis. “You always start at your usual times and know what tasks are to be done, but we obviously can’t plan for the towing of vehicles or other challenges that come our way in the course of a day. Yet that’s exactly what keeps our job from getting boring, of course.” “The constant change between the different events and vehicle brands is what makes our everyday work at the BILSTER BERG so varied. In addition, you get to meet all kinds of different people. That’s always exciting,” adds Martin Kreisel.

Even in the off-season, there is plenty to do for the technical department. The team consists of all-round talents who can take care of everything and are ready to help anyone. Martin Redeker, a trained painter & varnisher, does all the painting work at the BILSTER BERG in addition to the regular tasks, such as vehicle maintenance and care, as well as the upkeep of the facility. Marius Gieratsch, a trained gas-water installer, is on hand immediately when needed. And Klaus Scholtis, a wood engineer, has taken on the upcycling of old wooden pallets, among other things, and has already built some great furniture, including a bar, bar tables and coat racks.

Most colleagues have nothing they would particularly like to see in the future. “The most important thing is to enjoy your work and create memories,” says Martin Kreisel with a grin.