Are you ready to join the exciting and FAST PACED world of the RACING industry?
NJMP is currently hiring Race Track Corner Marshals / Flaggers!
Flaggers not only have the best view of the races, they are the key element in a race. They are responsible for providing important information to ensure the safety of our competitors.
Summary- A flagger is a seasonal employee that will be trained in "flagging and communications" at NJMP. The flagger communicates with an event controller via a radio set and displays track conditions to event drivers using a combination of colored flags and hand signals. The flagger's primary objective is to provide information to the competitors about track conditions ahead.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Flagging and Radio Communications
- Learn and understand road racing flagging rules, including rules for car and motorcycle racing
- Learn and understand radio communications protocols *Learn and understand the proper use of fire extinguishers
- Learn and understand proper safety rules as applied to flagging
- Learn to identify and report any safety issues to the flag chief
- Staff a defined corner station during all on-track sessions for your assigned shift
Qualifications
- Education: A high school diploma or GED is necessary for this position
- Experience: This is an entry level position. NJMP will provide training for this position.
Physical Demands
- To perform the duties and the functions of this job, you will be regularly required to stand for extended lengths of time
- Must have full use of your hands to handle and maneuver communication radios for extended lengths of time.
- Must be able to see well, either naturally or with corrective lenses and have good peripheral vision.
- Must be able to hear audio communications through radios, with or without a headset, either naturally or with correction.
- Must be able to speak fluent English and have suitable diction to facilitate clear and understandable radio communications in English.
Work Environment
- Must be able to stand outdoors for extended periods and to remain alert and attentive during any on-track activities
- May be exposed to weather conditions such as excessive heat, cold, wind, or rainy conditions.
Requirements
- Must have valid driver's license
- Be prompt and reliable
- Available to work a variety of hours and shifts, weekends are a must.
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
8-40 hours per week.
This is a seasonal position, March to Mid November.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer