Schornsteinfeger legend Rutke said goodbye: New chapter for Salzgitter!

Schornsteinfeger legend Rutke said goodbye: New chapter for Salzgitter!

Salzgitter, Deutschland - A farewell that moves: Thursday Rutke was officially adopted in the town hall of Lebenstedt on Thursday after more than 24 years as district chimney sweep. The occasion was a special- Rutke not only mastered the craft in his time in the Salzgitter-10706 sweeping district, but also contributed significantly to environmental and fire protection with his committed and reliable work. "A chimney sweep like him is more than a craftsman - he is an important partner for our environment," praised the first city councilor Eric Neiseke, who took part in the handover. Rutke's jurisdiction will be temporarily taken over by several other authorized district chimney sweeps for the next three years, since a direct replacement is initially not possible.

While he put down his post, Jens Soyk was able to compete with a new task: he was appointed as an authorized district chimney sweep for the Salzgitter-10709 sweeping district. He will hold this position from July 1, 2025 to June 30, 2032 and will continue his successful work, which he has been doing since 2018. His district includes the streets in Salzgitter-Lebenstedt, Salzgitter-Lesse and the town of Barbecke in the neighboring district of Peine. "With Jens Soyk we have another competent partner who convinces with friendliness and reliability," said Neiseke about his successor.

The profession of district chimney sweep

What makes a district chimney sweep so important? The training for this is demanding because it usually requires dual training that lasts three years. The prospective chimney sweeps in practical areas of application and in the vocational school learn everything about heating technology, environmental protection and security technology. In order to be able to work as a district chimney sweep, a master's degree in the chimney sweep trade is often a prerequisite. The main tasks include cleaning and maintenance of chimneys and the implementation of exhaust gas measurements that are essential for the safety and compliance with emission regulations.

The activity is not only future -proof, but also diverse. Thanks to legal regulations for maintaining and examining combustion plants, the importance of chimney sweeps will continue to increase. In addition, the focus on environmental and energy advice opens up new perspectives. "Good training and committed further training opportunities are the key to success in this profession," explains an expert in the industry. Thanks to the steadily increasing demand for energy -saving solutions, the career opportunities for district chimney sweep are high.

thanks for long cooperation

For the citizens of Salzgitter-Lebenstedt, Lesse and Barbecke, the new district chimney sweep, Jens Soyk, will surely be a reliable contact in all questions about fire protection and the environment. And so the circle closes - from saying goodbye to the new beginning.