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NASCAR Event Management seeks a talented professional to join in the position of Competition Technology Technician I.
This position is responsible for the complete setup and breakdown of computerized timing & scoring system and the collection, distribution, and verification of scoring documentation.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Perform routine maintenance on systems.
- Operate the systems to provide the most accurate information to the end users.
- Set-up Multi-Detection System by unloading and transporting to the scoring stand.
- Set-up, installs and connect Multi-Detection System to servers.
- Ensures system is installed and functioning properly.
- Monitor system during testing, practice sessions, qualifying and races.
- Monitor, diagnose and troubleshoots connectivity between NASCAR Technology Center (NTC) and Race Control.
- Ensure equipment is properly disassemble and packed after each race and transported to the next location.
- Keep detailed and accurate records of situations, problems, repair items, etc. and routes to the appropriate level or person to be handled as archived. Must follow-up on submittals to ensure action is taken.
- Communicate and transfer information via each email, Internet and/or File Transfer Protocol (FTP) on a regular basis.
- Monitor main and backup scoring systems simultaneously to ensure all systems are in sync.
- Repair cables and other related equipment as needed.
- Assist technicians with troubleshooting and repairs.
- Diligently monitor multiple systems, maintains radio communication, and provide information as requested by the Chief Scorer or tower.
- Uses a logical approach to solve technical issues.
- Drive Company vehicles as needed.
- Approximate travel required: 90%, including weekends.
Required skills / experience:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and two years of experience in information technology and telecommunications. An A.S. degree in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical Technology or similar discipline is desired but not required.
- Must have formalized training and/or experience in networking and computer technology.
- Must be able to use hand tools of the trade correctly and safely, including multi-meters, screwdrivers, wire cutters and soldering irons.
- Must be able to read and follow SOPs, flow charts and technical drawings or schematics.
- Preferred experience in the following - AMB electronic timing systems; any programming languages; network administration; signal distribution; wired RF and fiber optic cable.
- Experience with or ability to use more complicated electronic test equipment, test programs and specialty tools such as coaxial crimpers, phone plug crimpers, pin & de-pinning tools, etc.
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Learn more about this role and our team by applying at www.careers.nascar.com for consideration.
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