Race Operations - Northeast Division

National Hot Rod Association (NHRA)
United States, Pennsylvania, Lancaster
Feb 20, 2025
Who We Are At the National Hot Rod Association, we crave speed. We race the fastest vehicles in motorsports at speeds of more than 300 mph, with power exceeding 11,000 hp-NHRA is the most extreme sport on the planet! At NHRA, we believe in Speed for All, which provides competition opportunities for all drivers, from street-car owners to professional racers. NHRA also offers career-driven opportunities off-track and behind the scenes. We serve content to our highly engaged audiences on-site at events, on the Fox broadcast and Fox Sports networks, at NHRA.com, through our live streaming service NHRA.TV, and within the pages of our publication, National DRAGSTER. Our team supports the infrastructure of local grassroots-level racing all the way up to the professional touring series all across the country, as well as our corporate offices and remote functions. At Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, we host over 170 days of track activity between our famous mile drag strip and our 7/10-mile oval track. If you are looking to join a dynamic and high-speed organization in the sports and entertainment space, have the drive to innovate and the satisfaction of seeing your work in action, read on... The Job We seek personnel to assist with race operations at races within the Northeast Division. The Division has racetracks located in Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. As a member of the Race Operations Team, you will be an essential part of the guest experience. Your job will be to keep our fans, racers, and crew members safe and informed while still maintaining a fun and friendly atmosphere. Positioned all along the racetrack, assisting with track prep, various areas of the staging lanes, and on the drag strip (ready line, water box, and start line) at race events during the season. These positions require the ability to assist staff or competitors as needed. This entails work which can include long hours (12-14+) outside in extreme weather, and in a fast-paced environment. Some racetrack operations jobs may require driving a commercial vehicle across the country. In this case, a CDL is required and must be registered in the FMCSA D&A Clearing House program. LOCATION: Racetracks throughout the Northeast Division FLSA/SALARY: State minimum wage Requirements Must be at least 18 years of age. A general knowledge of racing is preferred. Must be flexible with meal and rest periods. Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, push, pull, run, climb stairs, and lift up to 50 pounds as needed. Must have a valid driver's license and be insurable under NHRA insurance policy. Must arrive on time and ready to work at shift start. Enforce all facility policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all guests. Must be able to work effectively under pressure and/or stringent schedule and produce accurate results. Ability to follow and understand verbal and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work well within a team and independently. Travel is required within the region - Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. Equal Opportunity Statement NHRA provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.