One-Time Event Volunteer – Day Out With Thomas

The Colorado Railroad Museum depends on dozens of one-time event volunteers to sign up for Day Out With Thomas in September.

We are looking for helpers to help with set-up, direct pedestrian traffic, staff will-call stations, manage lines, help with boarding, and work in the merchandise tent. All of our positions are socially distanced and created with the safety of both our volunteer staff and visitors in mind.

Day Out With Thomas Dates in 2021
Set-Up: Sept 8, 9, 10
Weekend Event Shifts: Sept 11-12, 18-19, 25-26
Tear-Down: Sep 25, 26, 27
• Must be at least 16 years of age (12-15 if accompanied by an adult)
• Interested in working with the public, children and families, outgoing, and willing to adhere to general volunteer safety standards and codes of conduct

Click here a for a Day Out With Thomas Volunteer Application.

One-Time Event Volunteer – POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride™

Each Christmas season, the Colorado Railroad Museum brings the magic of the Polar Express alive in a one-of-a-kind immersive theatrical experience including a real, live steam train ride to the North Pole.

The set-up process begins early in October as we build props & set pieces, and create large-scale decorations for the event.

The two weeks prior to opening night, we bring all hands on deck to help us decorate our Train Cars, Grounds, Pavilion, Welcome Tent, North Pole and Depot.

Once the show opens, the work isn’t over yet. Each evening the event runs, volunteers act as Greeters, Check-in Attendants, Santa Line Managers, and Ushers.

All of our positions are created with the safety of both our volunteer staff and visitors in mind.

Polar Express Dates in 2021
Set-Up: Oct 25th through Nov 4th
Evening Usher Shifts: Nov 5th through Dec 23rd
Tear-Down: Jan 3rd through 14th

• Must be at least 16 years of age (12-15 if accompanied by an adult)
• Interested in working with the public, children and families, outgoing, and willing to adhere to general volunteer safety standards and codes of conduct.

Click here for a Polar Express Volunteer Application.

Regular Active Volunteers

To keep the Colorado Railroad Museum steaming on, we are seeking out volunteers who would like to participate on a regular or long-term basis. These advanced positions involve additional interviews, training and schedule commitments.  

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Commit to 84 hours of volunteer service a year
  
• Adhere to general volunteer safety standards and codes of conduct

To see a list of available Full-Time Volunteer Positions Check out our Opportunity Directory Here.

Benefits of becoming a regular Volunteer at CRRM

• A Hostler Membership Colorado Railroad Museum
• A monthly online volunteer newsletter, RailFriends
• Annual volunteer recognition events
• Gaining knowledge and expertise on Colorado’s Railroad history
• Meeting and working with a diverse group of people

To apply, click here & fill out an Adult Volunteer Application.

To learn more about available volunteer positions please email the Museum Volunteer Coordinator or call 720 274-5145.

Current Volunteer Resources

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OPERATIONS
• CRRM Cardinal Safety Rules for all Volunteers (2018)
• CRRM Safety Rules, 1.0 – May 6, 2018
• CRRM Consolidated Op, AB, MOW  Rules, 1.0 May 6, 2018
• CRRM – Employee/Volunteer Timetable No. 3, May 6, 2018
• CRRM GO No 1-May 6, 2018
• CRRM GO No. 2, November 6-2018
• CRRM Monthly Hours of Service Record (Rev. 2019)
• Museum Volunteer Training Videos (password required)