Firefighter Event Staff - Michigan Speedway

MICHIGAN INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY

Nestled on more than 1,400 acres in the Irish Hills of Southeastern Michigan, Michigan International Speedway is a track rich in racing history. It has been the love of NASCAR racing and the thrill of a great time that has made it a favorite of race fans and drivers alike for more than 50 years. Michigan International Speedway has more than 12 campground and is the state of Michigan’s largest registered campground. In addition to two great weekends of racing, the speedway is home to events throughout the year including the MIS Backyard Hockey Tournament, Faster Horses Festival and Nite Lites.

Michigan International Speedway is hiring certified fire rescue professionals that will interact with our guests and professional racing team participants during racing events and perform fire and EMS response functions. This is a part-time seasonal position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

•    Perform Fire and EMS response functions.
•    Shifts range from 6-16 hours depending on the event.
•    Practice and maintain a professional appearance and work ethic.
•    Includes but not limited to Pit Road, Garages, Fuel Island, or On-Track Firefighting.
•    Responds to and renders assistance in emergency cases.
•    Cleans and inspects equipment and apparatus after returning from a fire. 
•    Inspects equipment and apparatus and notifies Supervisor of any defect.
•    Keeps fire truck or designated area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
•    Participates in training activities and instruction sessions. 
•    Acquires and retains a thorough knowledge of the racetrack, including station numbers, emergency district locations, buildings, water supply, unusual hazards, and related items.
•    Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with track-specific and NASCAR policies and procedures.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
•    High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
•    Current state Fire I and/or II certification (Minimum Standards).
•    Current BLS CPR card (ASHI, American Red Cross and American Heart accepted).
•    Current State EMT Basic OR Paramedic Certificate (National Registry may be accepted while the candidate applies for State Certification).
•    Current ACLS card (Paramedics) (ASHI, American Red Cross and American Heart accepted).
•    EVOC certificate or equivalent.
•    PALS or PEPP cert preferred, but not required (Paramedics).
•    Valid state driver’s license.
•    Must successfully pass a driving record check.
•    Must attend mandatory annual training and complete required online training initially and annually as a condition of employment.
•    Must successfully pass BLS or ACLS protocol test as required by the emergency services medical director.
•    Preference will be given to candidates that have a verifiable affiliation with a State or City Public Safety or EMS agency.     

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS
•    Minimum age 18 years old.
•    Strong communication skills including written reports.
•    Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions for extended periods.
•    Must be familiar with the National Incident Management System and chain of command. 
•    Must adhere to the company’s substance abuse policy (SAP).
•    Reliable transportation to and from the track location.

•  Must complete NASCAR Online Training.

•  PPE provided except for foot wear.

Apply Now!

Learn more about this role and our team by applying at www.careers.nascar.com for consideration.

 

We are a company unlike any other. We want you to bring your experience, skills and passion to our close-knit, high-energy environment in which our employees thrive and where you can prosper. We know the key to our success is our employees and we offer highly competitive salaries, a solid benefits package focused on wellness, and opportunities for you to grow and develop both personally and professionally. It won’t take you long to find out that you are on the right track here at NASCAR!

NASCAR is committed to fostering a diverse work environment where all employees feel valued and empowered. NASCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). We seek to attract and retain the best qualified people available. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any basis that is protected by applicable law except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists.

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