What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pit Control Operations position at NHRA?
Company Overview:
At the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), we crave speed. We race the fastest vehicles in motorsports at speeds of more than 300 mph, with power exceeding 11,000 hp. Our MISSION is to preserve, protect, promote, and evolve the sport of drag racing; furthermore, focus on the safety of the sport, while entertaining and educating all involved. At NHRA, we believe in Speed for All. Our CORE VALUES are enabled and intertwined in all we do, on and off the track.
Safety: In all aspects of our sport and workplace.
Excellence & Professionalism: We strive for excellence in all we do and maintaining professionalism on and off the track.
Collaboration/Teamwork: Commitment to working together and sharing as a team.
Great Work Environment: A supportive and inclusive atmosphere that fosters creativity, innovation, and growth where our employees feel valued and motivated.
Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of fairness and transparency in all decisions affecting our employees and stakeholders.
Inclusion: An environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.
NHRA continues to race forward with a number of key initiatives, including a multiyear partnership with FOX Sports to televise NHRA events from the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, and the Pro Mod Drag Racing Series. FOX Sports networks aired more than 500 hours of programming throughout the year, highlighted by 20 race-day shows, including eight on FOX’s national network, in addition to qualifying broadcasts throughout the weekend. NHRA fans continue to be some of the most loyal in any sport.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the NHRA Director of Event Security and Logistics and the Pit Control Team Lead, measure and mark parking areas that are utilized at NHRA National Events, for race team pits, hospitality, and midway vendors. Pit Control Operations employees will be assigned to a group or class of professional or sportsman racing competitors. This entails work which can include long hours (12-14 ) outside in potentially extreme weather, and in a fast-paced environment. This is an hourly, seasonal position with the potential to work March through November of the 2026 race season. The pay rate is $10 per hour or state minimum wage (whichever is higher).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Safety: In all aspects of our sport and workplace.
Excellence & Professionalism: We strive for excellence in all we do and maintaining professionalism on and off the track.
Collaboration/Teamwork: Commitment to working together and sharing as a team.
Great Work Environment: A supportive and inclusive atmosphere that fosters creativity, innovation, and growth where our employees feel valued and motivated.
Integrity: We uphold the highest standards of fairness and transparency in all decisions affecting our employees and stakeholders.
Inclusion: An environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.
NHRA continues to race forward with a number of key initiatives, including a multiyear partnership with FOX Sports to televise NHRA events from the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series, the NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series, and the Pro Mod Drag Racing Series. FOX Sports networks aired more than 500 hours of programming throughout the year, highlighted by 20 race-day shows, including eight on FOX’s national network, in addition to qualifying broadcasts throughout the weekend. NHRA fans continue to be some of the most loyal in any sport.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the NHRA Director of Event Security and Logistics and the Pit Control Team Lead, measure and mark parking areas that are utilized at NHRA National Events, for race team pits, hospitality, and midway vendors. Pit Control Operations employees will be assigned to a group or class of professional or sportsman racing competitors. This entails work which can include long hours (12-14 ) outside in potentially extreme weather, and in a fast-paced environment. This is an hourly, seasonal position with the potential to work March through November of the 2026 race season. The pay rate is $10 per hour or state minimum wage (whichever is higher).
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensure proper lines of communication between NHRA Race Control and the appropriate pits.
- Communicate with assigned groups/classes of competitors to ensure timely response to staging areas before qualifying and elimination rounds.
- Act as a liaison for teams and vendors and the appropriate personnel from NHRA or the racetrack.
- Perform additional NHRA Pit Control and NHRA Safety Safari duties as needed.
Minimum Skills and Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must have prior work experience with NHRA, preferably in the racing operations area.
- Ability to work well within a team and independently.
- Ability to read, write, understand, and follow directions in English.
- Excellent ability to communicate effectively with vendors, racers, and all levels of management within NHRA.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to talk on the phone as needed.
- Must be flexible with meal and rest periods.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, push, pull, run, climb stairs, and lift up to 40-60 lbs. as needed.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable under NHRA insurance policy.
- Must be able to work outdoors in potentially extreme temperatures for 12-14 hours per day.
- Must be able to travel nationwide via vehicle or air to NHRA National Event locations.
- Must be available to work non-business hours, including weekends as needed.
Equal Opportunity Statement
NHRA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital status, veteran/military status, or any other protected class under federal/CA law, offering reasonable accommodations.
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