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Published 9/16/25 10:12AM

Model Railroad Conductor

Discovery World
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Milwaukee, WI
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    A few hours per month
    Commitment Details:
    MINIMUM 1 shift per month for a total of 28 hours
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Children & Youth, Community Development, Science & Technology, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    16+
    Other Requirements:
    Online background check for those over 18 and Liability Waiver and Confidentiality Policy required

    Description

    Engage with museum guests at the All Aboard model railroad exhibit! The five train, 35-foot HO-scale layout features Milwaukee landmarks. The Conductor may be tasked with basic daily upkeep but will mainly engage with guests of all ages during open hours. The main goal of this role is to answer questions about the layout and facilitate understanding of how railroads work and have impacted the development of Milwaukee and innovation in general. Shifts available Wednesday-Sunday 9:30am-3:30pm.

    Training and background materials provided.

    Conductors can be seated for portions of their shift, but some standing, and walking will be required.

    OPENINGS AVAILABLE, APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED ON A ROLLING BASIS

    AGE

    Minimum age 16

    COMMITMENT & SHIFTS

    MINIMUM 1 shift per month for a total of 28 hours

    Shifts available Wednesday-Sunday 9:30-11:30am; 11:30am-1:30pm; 1:30-3:30pm

    REQUIREMENTS

    Online background check for those over 18 and Liability Waiver and Confidentiality Policy required

    USEFUL SKILLS TO HAVE OR SKILLS YOU CAN DEVELOP

    Public speaking, organization, group management, time management, knowledge of railroad history in Milwaukee and the Midwest

    Location

    On-site
    500 North Harbor Drive, Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, US
    Milwaukee

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