Facility Maintenance Worker - Gainesville Raceway

NHRA: Championship Drag Racing; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The Facility Maintenance Worker at NHRA's Gainesville Raceway is responsible for maintaining the property, including the track and buildings, reporting to the Operations & Facility Supervisor. This role supports overall facility operations to ensure a premier racing environment.

Duties include painting, cleaning restrooms, pressure washing, landscaping, track maintenance, plumbing, and general grounds upkeep, requiring reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work outdoors in varied

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in a maintenance position is a plus.
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Must maintain a high quality in all work including accuracy and timeliness.
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively with clients and all levels of management both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, push, run, climb stairs, or lift as needed.
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must be able to work outdoors sometimes in extreme temperatures

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of the Gainesville Raceway property, including the racing track, buildings, and associated facilities.
• Perform general facility maintenance tasks including painting interior and exterior surfaces, structures, and equipment.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and public facilities to maintain hygiene standards.
• Operate pressure washing equipment to clean buildings, walkways, parking areas, and other surfaces.
• Maintain, clean, and perform minor repairs on facility vehicles and equipment.
• Conduct track maintenance activities to ensure safe racing conditions and proper surface integrity.
• Perform basic plumbing repairs and maintenance, including fixing leaks, unclogging drains, and maintaining fixtures.
• Execute landscaping duties including mowing, trimming, edging, and maintaining grounds aesthetics.
• Perform general grounds upkeep including trash removal, debris clearing, and maintaining cleanliness of outdoor areas.
• Respond to maintenance requests and facility issues in a timely manner.
• Report maintenance concerns and facility needs to the Operations & Facility Supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall facility operations.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Independent worker

Communication skills

Physical ability

Outdoor work tolerance

Lift up to 60 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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

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

The Facility Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining the Gainesville Raceway property which includes the track and buildings, and reports to the Operations & Facility Supervisor. This role is responsible for general facility maintenance which includes painting, cleaning restrooms, pressure washing, cleaning, vehicles and track maintenance, plumbing, landscaping and general grounds upkeep. Additional duties as needed.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of the Gainesville Raceway property, including the racing track, buildings, and associated facilities
• Perform general facility maintenance tasks including painting interior and exterior surfaces, structures, and equipment
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and public facilities to maintain hygiene standards
• Operate pressure washing equipment to clean buildings, walkways, parking areas, and other surfaces
• Maintain, clean, and perform minor repairs on facility vehicles and equipment
• Conduct track maintenance activities to ensure safe racing conditions and proper surface integrity
• Perform basic plumbing repairs and maintenance, including fixing leaks, unclogging drains, and maintaining fixtures
• Execute landscaping duties including mowing, trimming, edging, and maintaining grounds aesthetics
• Perform general grounds upkeep including trash removal, debris clearing, and maintaining cleanliness of outdoor areas
• Respond to maintenance requests and facility issues in a timely manner
• Report maintenance concerns and facility needs to the Operations & Facility Supervisor
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall facility operations
  

Minimum Skills And Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in a previous maintenance position is a plus.
• Detail oriented, organized, and able to work independently and efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Must maintain a high quality in all work including accuracy and timeliness.
• Excellent ability to communicate effectively with clients and all levels of management both in writing and verbally.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, push, run, climb stairs, or lift as needed.
• Able to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Ability to talk on the phone as needed.
• Must be able to work outdoors sometimes in extreme temperatures
  

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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