Qlispe Raceway Park - Drag Crew Team Member

Kalispel Tribe Careers•Airway Heights, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Almost all drag crew positions can be taught and learned within a few weeks. You will be expected to grow and evolve as the industry changes to better yourself and adapt. This is a fun industry to be part of, but it is still a job and you will be expected to perform. A strong interest in the industry and desire to succeed can easily overcome any lack of experience coming into the field. We are a small tight knit community. We all had to start out somewhere so what better place to get your feet wet, than Qlispe Raceway Park.

Requirements

Automotive and mechanical knowledge is required.
Good communication skills are necessary.
Employee must be able to think on their feet and maintain consistent accuracy.
Focus and concentration is necessary at all times.
Computer and typing skills are a plus.
Will be taught the program; therefore, no previous experience is necessary.
Needs to be vigilant about his/her surroundings at all times for the purpose of not only his/her safety but the safety of our racers.
Requires constant awareness of your surroundings, due to the fast-paced environment.
Must have automotive knowledge.
A general understanding of the sport of drag racing is needed.
The willingness to learn or get to know racers during the course of a season or weekend is necessary.
Good organizational skills are also necessary, as you will constantly make adjustments on the fly and will be required to convey information even when there is downtime on the dragstrip.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Tribal Work Permit.
Valid driver’s license (Must be in possession while operating a Tribal Vehicle).

Nice To Haves

A good understanding of racing safety equipment is a plus.
Having the gift to gab or story telling talent.

Responsibilities

Inspecting the race vehicle to ensure the vehicle falls in line with the recommended safety and competition specifications outlined in the NHRA rulebook.
Organization of the various classes in competition. Employee must be able to differentiate between the classes and be able to load the cars in their appropriate designated lanes.
Communicating the car numbers and dial-in’s to race control, specifically the clock operator, during the elimination rounds.
Accurately manually entering every car number and dial-in for the race.
Preparing the water box for burnouts. In doing so, will manage how much water is applied to the surface; keep the area clear of excess rubber, debris and fluid; be observant for debris and/or fluids on the starting line and/or down track; and assist in controlling the pace of the race.
Assisting the starter, track prep, maintain the starting line area by keeping the area clean of debris and fluids, and being a second set of eyes to witness the outcome of a race.
Starting the individual races and occasionally making judgement calls. Taking the lead on track prep and ensure that the starting line and the racetrack is clear of debris and fluid at all times.
Being the ‘voice’ of Qlispe’ Raceway. Having meaningful conversations about the various vehicles and be able to recognize the different vehicles solely based upon sight as information is not always provided and/or entered into the computer data base.
Accurately delivering every time slip to the correct competitor.
Ensures compliance with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians Internal Controls and KTEA and NQRC Policies and Procedures.
Is dependable and reliable, adhering to the attendance policy.
May be required to be a panelist for the Internal Review Hearings.