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Colonial Williamsburg

Storeroom Helper

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$19.52/hr

Who We Are Founded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and best-known ...

Colonial Williamsburg

Console Operator

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$23/hr

Today, Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the U.S. The Historic Area is the 301-acre restored colonial capital with 89 original buildings and 525 buildings reconstructed to ...

Colonial Pipeline

Project Inspector

Columbia, VA · On-site

Colonial has provided a wide range of opportunities for job candidates who are highly qualified, skilled, motivated and team players. Employees find exciting opportunities to grow and develop their ...

Colonial Williamsburg

Journeyman Carpenter

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$28.30 - $38.10/hr

Today, Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the U.S. The Historic Area is the 301-acre restored colonial capital with 89 original buildings and 525 buildings reconstructed to ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for colonial in Virginia is $63,822.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,500.00 and $72,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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The term 'colonial' typically refers to individuals involved in the administration, governance, or settlement of colonies, especially during periods of European colonization. Their responsibilities often included overseeing local governance, implementing colonial policies, managing resources, and sometimes interacting with or controlling indigenous populations. Colonial administrators, settlers, and officials were instrumental in establishing and maintaining colonial rule, often reporting back to their home countries. The specific duties could vary widely based on the time period, location, and the colonial power involved.

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Colonial Historians often encounter challenges such as limited access to primary sources, linguistic barriers, and the need to interpret historical biases present in archival materials. Collaborating with archivists and international institutions is common, as records may be dispersed across different countries. Additionally, they must navigate sensitive topics and ensure balanced representation of diverse perspectives in their work, often working as part of interdisciplinary teams including anthropologists and sociologists.

What is the difference between Colonial vs Carpenter?

AspectColonialCarpenter
CredentialsHigh school diploma, apprenticeship, or technical trainingHigh school diploma, apprenticeship, or technical training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, renovation projects, historic building restorationConstruction sites, residential and commercial buildings
Industry UsageHistoric preservation, custom carpentry, restoration projectsGeneral construction, framing, finishing work
Common Search IntentComparing roles in construction and restorationHands-on building and installation tasks

While both Colonial and Carpenter roles involve construction skills, Colonial typically refers to specialists in historic restoration and preservation, often requiring specific knowledge of traditional techniques. Carpenters have broader roles in general construction, focusing on framing, finishing, and building structures. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right career path in the construction industry.

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Infographic showing various Colonial job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 65% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,822 per year, or $30.7 per hour.

Storeroom Helper

Colonial Williamsburg

Williamsburg, VA • On-site

$19.52/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago

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6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 18 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Who We AreFounded in 1926, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation is a private, not-for-profit educational, historic, and cultural institution that owns and operates one of the largest and best-known museum complexes in the world.
Our mission is "that the future may learn from the past" through preserving and restoring 18th-century Williamsburg, Virginia's colonial capital. We engage, inform, and inspire people to learn about this historic capital, the events that occurred here, and the diverse people who helped shape a new nation.
Today, Colonial Williamsburg is the largest living history museum in the U.S. The Historic Area is the 301-acre restored colonial capital with 88 original buildings and 525 buildings reconstructed to how they appeared in the 18th century through extensive archaeological, architectural, and documentary research.
The Historic Area is staffed by highly trained, historically dressed interpreters and expert tradespeople who bring the 18th century to life. The Foundation also owns and operates two world-class museums, the DeWitt Wallace Decorative Arts Museum, and the Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Folk Art Museum, and a renowned research library, the John D Rockefeller Jr Library.
Additionally, Colonial Williamsburg is home to five world class accommodations at the Williamsburg Inn, Williamsburg Lodge Autograph Collection, the Griffin Hotel, the Williamsburg Woodlands Hotels and Suites and the unique Colonial Houses in the Historical Area.
Upon being hired for this position, you will enter a Probationary status, working up to 40 hours per week.
Upon completion of the probationary period, you could become benefit eligible.
Essential Duties:
  • Responsible for the orderly flow of supplies so that all items are on hand when needed, to keep and maintain an orderly and clean storeroom, cooler, and freezers.
  • Responsible for the receipt and storage of all food and non-food items and equipment received in the unit; the inventory and security of the stored items is under the control of this person.
  • Receives all food, supplies and materials for the restaurant and conference center
  • Rotate stock (FIFO)
  • Order all goods and supplies based on department needs
  • Ensure that shelves are clean
  • Meet all sanitation guidelines
  • Keep all storage areas and inventory in a neat and orderly fashion
  • Issue stored items to authorized personnel
  • Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:
  • 6 months to 1 year of storeroom or warehouse experience
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Good computer skills is a must
  • Good knowledge of food products, specifications, storage, and rotation procedures
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays;
  • Physical requirements include, but are not limited to: (1) transporting 50 pounds; (2) lifting up to 75 pounds of goods into storage bins or onto shelves; (3) working while standing for long periods of time
  • High School diploma or G.E.D. with computer training; college preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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