Volunteer Opportunities


Long Beach Airport Tour Guides

The Department of Public Works/Airport Bureau has an established group of trained volunteers who serve as Tour Guides for the Long Beach Airport. These volunteers conduct scheduled tours, as well as work alongside general staff at airport special events. Training and Security background checks are required of all participants in this program.

Scheduled Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 3:30 pm

Requirements: 18 years or older, Security background check required

Training: Provided on site

Skills: Must be able to lead groups of all ages on walking tours of Airport. This requires a strong speaking voice, a sense of humor, flexibility, and a friendly attitude. Knowledge of aircraft is helpful, but not required.

Duties: Lead tours for school age children and the general public and assist during special airport events.

Details: Must be able to attend training/assignment meetings held the first Thursday of each month and lead a minimum of two tours a month.

Address: 4100 Donald Douglas Drive

Contact: Maricela de Rivera (562) 570-2674


Long Beach Airport Ambassadors

Scheduled Hours: Daily -- mornings and afternoons

Requirements: 18 years or older

Training: Provided on site

Skills: Must have a friendly attitude, clean and neat appearance, and ability to speak to the general public.

Duties: Attend community events and promote the Airport. Greet, assist and direct Airport patrons. Answer frequently asked questions during heavy flight times.

Details: Must commit to 8 hours a month in 2 - 4 hour increments. Training and Security background checks are required of all participants.

Address: 4100 Donald Douglas Drive

Contact: Maricela de Rivera (562) 570-2674


Long Beach Airport Archivist

Scheduled Hours: Open

Requirements: 18 years or older

Training: Provided on site

Skills: Interest in Long Beach aviation and history desired. Ability to learn to properly archive.

Duties: Review and properly archive historical documents and photos. Work alongside Long Beach Historical society.

Details: Must commit to a minimum of 8 hours a month. Training and Security background checks are required of all participants.

Address: 4100 Donald Douglas Drive

Contact: Maricela de Rivera (562) 570-2674

LONG BEACH AIRPORT IS ACCESSIBLE TO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

PARKING IS PROVIDED


Long Beach Airport
Ph: 562-570-2600 Fax: 562-570-2601
4100 Donald Douglas Dr., Long Beach, CA 90808-1798