Come be a part of our team!
No specific skillset is needed, just a willingness to work and get your hands dirty. There are plenty of projects ahead, and once you've signed up, you'll be matched up to projects that match your skills and desires. |
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To volunteer at Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation, we have a four-step application process. These are all completed electronically and most take about a day to process.
Keep scrolling to see areas of interest that may suit your skillset, and when you're ready to sign up, fill out an application! If you have any questions please contact us.
Work performed within this group relates to a wide range of assignments in the provision of staff support to the internal operations and projects at KSHC.
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Will your talents shock us?
Operating a machine shop means that we have many opportunities to install, maintain, and repair electrical equipment.
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Are you a shutterbug or drone pilot?
We could use your eye to capture moments for KSHC with photographs, videos, and film. Whether it's a big event or a general work session, documenting our process lets supporters far & wide see what we're up to.
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Fundraising is the process of gathering voluntary contributions of money or other resources, by requesting donations from individuals, businesses, and others to help achieve our goals.
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Our facilities management department helps with the maintenance and sustainability of our buildings and equipment.
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Can you reach out and build relationships with other organizations?
Take our fundraising to the next level by reaching out to government officials/entities, building a rapport with like-minded organizations, and cultivating relationships in the rail preservation world.
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Can you create stellar graphics for our marketing purposes?
Help KSHC by using design elements to catch people's eye, convey information at-a-glance, and even create merchandise for sale in our online store!
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Do you have a green thumb?
Come grow with us at KSHC as you help with assisting and caring for our grounds and property!
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Help source new products and manage our online store!
Think you can help us come up with new swag? Do you like interacting with the public in a retail setting? Then we can certainly use your help with merchandising!
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Can you help keep things flowing smoothly?
If you have experience with residential or commercial plumbing, we can use your help!
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Our operations department is responsible for the safe movement of railroad equipment around our campus. We adhere to standard railroad class 1 (mainline railroad) operating practices and safety protocol to ensure a safe and educational experience. Prior experience is a definite plus. 192 hours of volunteer time in the shop/performing site maintenance are required to participate in rail operations related activities. Basic vision, hearing, and health conditions must be taken into consideration.
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Want to help maintain our equipment?
Are you skilled with tools and wanting to work on large machinery? This is one of our strictest positions, but one that lets you truly get up close and personal with our consist.
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Can you create engaging posts that will drive traffic to our sites?
In today's world if you're not actively engaging on social media, you're not marketing correctly! Join this team to help create social media posts, advertise events, and more.
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Do you have leadership skills and strong attention to detail?
As you can see, there's plenty of work to be done around here and we need competent team leads to make sure it all gets done!
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Are you experienced with welding, torch, or general metal fabrication?
There's plenty of metalwork to be done with our shop team. We are also seeking those who wish to become welder's helpers. Learning opportunities will be available in the future.
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**REMOTE-FRIENDLY** BetterImpact Donor/Volunteer Management | 1 | |||
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Groundskeeping/Building Maintenance | 1 | |||
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**REMOTE-FRIENDLY** Grant Writing | 1 | |||
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**REMOTE-FRIENDLY** Graphic Design | 1 | |||
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**REMOTE-FRIENDLY** Product Research/Ordering | 1 | |||
Public Events and associated tasks such as planning, prep, event staffing, clean-up.
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Engineer U - Staffing | 1 | 8/27/2022 | 8/27/2022 | |
Various work sessions in support of the yearly festival at The Yard. In 2022 the event is taking place on September 10-11th. Please sign up for the activity(ies) that best suit your interest and skillsets.
Volunteers WILL switch stations throughout the day. Signing up for an activity does not mean you will stay there all day. We will put out a rotation schedule closer to the day of the event that includes breaks to have fun and enjoy the festival. Remember, the following day will be an exclusive members-only event so come on out!
If you cannot commit to the full day, please contact joe@kentuckysteam.org with your availability so that we can ensure scheduling appropriately.
Activity | Shifts | Start | End | |
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Festival Site Prep - 2022 | 1 | |||
Festival Support - General/Greatest Need | 2 | 9/10/2022 | 9/11/2022 | |
Festival Support - Info Booth/Merch Sales | 2 | 9/10/2022 | 9/11/2022 | |
Festival Support - Shop Host | 2 | 9/10/2022 | 9/11/2022 | |
Railroad Festival Planning - 2022 | 1 | |||
The Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation (KSHC) is a Kentucky based 501 c(3) non-profit organization operating with the intent to educate, entertain and inspire past, current and future generations by operating historic rail equipment. The hallmark of our efforts is the restoration of Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Steam Locomotive 2716 to operation. The restoration and operation of 2716 and other historic pieces will prove to be living history and will serve as an educational tool, enhancing heritage tourism and stimulating economic growth.