Join the USS Midway Safety Team

Join the USS Midway Safety Team to help ensure the safety and enjoyment of guests as they explore the Midway.

The Safety Team patrols all areas of the ship to serve guest safety needs throughout the Midway, as well as at special events and military ceremonies. They provide basic first aid for guests and Midway staff (training provided) and respond to all emergency situations, medical or other. The Safety Team also monitors the entrance, loading zone, parking areas, and all exits helping guests – from toddlers to veterans – enter and leave Midway safely.

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes

• Minimum Requirements: All Safety Volunteers are required to be familiar with the Safety Team Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Emergency Action Plan, including the locations of the first aid kits and AEDs.

  • Must be 18 years of age or older and computer literate

  • Physically fit; able to climb up and down the ship’s ladders & walk and stand for extended periods of time

  • Able to commit 20 hours per month (flexible schedule)

  • Personal traits of timeliness, reliability, customer service, and diplomacy

  • Ability to remain calm in an emergency

  • Prior experience in customer service, military, nursing, Firefighting, EMT, paramedic, law enforcement is helpful but not required

• ​Duties & Commitment: A commitment of 20 or more hours per month is required. Safety volunteer shifts can be any day of the week. Typical shifts are 5 hours: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm – or – 12:30 – 5:30 pm. Safety team members are assigned a post at the start of the shift and are expected to assist guests and patrol for potential hazards.

About the USS Midway Museum

The USS Midway Museum's mission is to preserve the historic USS Midway and the legacy of those who serve, inspire and educate future generations, and entertain their museum guests. Their vision is to be America's living symbol of Freedom.