Welcome Aboard! Volunteering for the Austin Steam Train Association (ASTA) is a once in a lifetime opportunity to meet people from around the world while working for a professional railroad organization. We have many volunteer opportunities for you to choose from. We provide all the training you need to step on board today.
To see a list of the volunteer opportunities, please click here.
Volunteer Training
- Review and fill out volunteer application.
- The Volunteer Coordinator will review your application and will reach out to you to schedule volunteer orientation.
- Attend Volunteer Orientation.
- Volunteer Orientation takes place during one of our scheduled train rides. You will review the Volunteer Training Manual and take a tour of the train, all while enjoying a train ride!
- Shadow a seasoned volunteer.
- On Board Services volunteers will shadow 4 separate runs.
- Train Crew volunteers require additional tests and trainings.
- Once you have completed your training, and are comfortable, you will become an official ASTA Volunteer!
Commitment
Each train trip requires different amounts of time. They typically vary from 6 hours for our shorter trips to 8 hours for our longer trips. You can volunteer as often as you like, however we ask that you volunteer at least once every other month to keep your skills sharp.
Incentives
Each volunteer gets a voucher, good for a free train ride in our lowest class on a Hill Country or Bertram Flyer, for every 20 hours worked. They are also invited to all volunteer parties throughout the year and to the Volunteer Appreciation & Recognition Dinner in November.
AND MORE!
Do you have a special skill you’d like to share with ASTA? Let us know at volunteers@austinsteamtrain.org and see how you can put your special skills to work on board the Austin Steam Train Association!
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Anti-Discrimination Policy
The Austin Steam Train Association (ASTA) does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.
ASTA is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.