What Is a Lighthouse Keeper?
Lighthouse keepers are people who are employed for the purpose of keeping a lighthouse operational. In times past, it was not unusual for a lighthouse keeper to live on the premises and provide daily maintenance to the lighthouse, especially the lens, any mechanical clockwork used in the operation of the facility, and the general condition of the structure. Over time, the number of active keepers has declined as computer technology has made it possible to monitor and control lighthouse functions at a distance.
