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Flexible Schedule
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Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Are you interested in railroad or Washington State history? Do you enjoy woodworking, painting, welding, and/or building of any kind? Would you like to get involved in your community? If so, the Northwest Railway Museum has volunteer opportunities for you in Collection Care: conservation, restoration and rehabilitation of Museum artifacts. In August of 2006, the Museum opened the Conservation and Restoration Workshop(CRW). The facility has 8,400 square feet of work space and two railroad tracks side by side, fully enclosed within the building, as well as restrooms, humidity and temperature control and a visitor's gallery. The CRW is being used to restore many of the Museum's large artifacts. Volunteers trained in the processes of caring for transportation artifacts, and volunteers learning these skills, staff the facility. Requirements: Must be 16 years of age or older; No experience required to participate - however, volunteers must demonstrate an exemplary adherence to safety procedures and be able to follow staff instruction; Being able to work independently and as part of a team Schedule: Varies based on staff ability and project needs. Weekdays, Mondays through Fridays.
Date Posted: Apr 21, 2025
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Jul 11
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Jul 27
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08:00 AM
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06:00 PM
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Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Join the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie for our annual Day Out With Thomas event! Each year, the museum welcomes thousands of young rail fans and their families to meet Thomas the Tank Engine in person, experience the excitement of a working railroad, and enjoy themed activities at the historic Snoqualmie Depot and Train Shed Exhibit Hall! Dates this year: Friday - Sunday, July 11-13; July 18-20; and July 25-27. Volunteers help with welcoming visitors, managing activity stations, and even with running our train. Shifts vary, but are from 7:15 am to 7:15 pm for train crew and 8:00 am to 6:00 pm for grounds crew. The Museum will provide lunch, snacks, water, and DOWT crew t-shirts. Join your community for this family fun event! These are great opportunities for students to complete service hours! All volunteers must submit a volunteer application found at www.TrainMuseum.org or by contacting the Museum's Volunteer Coordinator. This must be done in advance of securing an event shift. Questions? Let us know!
Date Posted: Apr 21, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Snoqualmie, WA 98065
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to actually work on a railroad? Are you passionate about history and the visitor experience? Are you interested in getting involved in your community? Are you a retired rail employee who would enjoy continued involvement in the industry? If you answered YES to any of these questions, The Northwest Railway Museum is interested in meeting you! The Northwest Railway Museum is a non-profit organization in Snoqualmie, WA. Our mission is "to develop and operate an outstanding railroad museum that provides the public a place to experience the excitement of a working railroad and to see and understand the significance of railroads in the development of the State of Washington and adjacent areas." Key to the mission is the Snoqualmie Valley Railroad. The railroad offers the public round-trip rides from Snoqualmie to North Bend, including the crest of Snoqualmie Falls, and is staffed entirely by volunteers. The Museum offers all of the training needed to participate on train crew as part of our Running Trades Program. Positions include switchman, car attendant, fireman, rear brakeman, conductor, and diesel engineer. Time commitment: 1 or 2 days/month, at least one shift during special events, and as needed for chartered educational programs throughout the year. Qualifications Our skilled Train Crew receive extensive training. No previous train experience is required to begin! Minimum age is 16 years or older with some positions reserved for those 18 and 21 years or older. (Volunteers under 16 years of age might consider Conductor’s Assistant or Special Events Volunteering) Train Crew qualifications vary by position but all volunteers must pass our Museum issued Rules and Regulations test and hold current certifications issued by the Museum. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator for more information. Are you ready to volunteer? Please visit www.trainmuseum.org for more information and to submit a volunteer application!
Date Posted: Apr 21, 2025