What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Timer position at Laurel Innovations?
Laurel drives cutting-edge race timing, live tracking, and storytelling for over 500 endurance events across the United States, ranging from regional gatherings to large marquee events with 30,000 participants. The platform supports prestigious races such as Motiv US, Bay to Breakers, and Surf City Marathon. With hundreds of checkpoints, real-time athlete tracking, rich performance analytics, and white-labeled race apps, Laurel transforms race days into immersive, data-driven experiences. By providing broadcast-ready data feeds, safety visibility, and post-race insights, Laurel empowers organizers, sponsors, and athletes to elevate the endurance event experience.
In this full-time on-site role located in Salt Lake City, UT, the Head Timer will oversee race timing operations and ensure the timely and accurate collection and delivery of race data. Key responsibilities include setting up timing systems, managing timing equipment, collaborating with event organizers, and troubleshooting on-site technical issues. The Head Timer will work closely with the operations team to ensure seamless event execution while maintaining high standards of accuracy and efficiency.
- Expertise in technical systems related to race timing, including timing equipment setup and maintenance
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot technical issues in real-time
- Excellent organizational and team collaboration skills
- Experience working in live event environments; previous race timing experience is highly desirable
- Strong verbal communication skills and ability to work with event stakeholders effectively
- Flexibility to work weekends and travel to various event locations as required
- A background in technology, event management, or related field is a plus