Grounds Maintenance Event Staff - Chicagoland Speedway

NASCAR; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

NASCAR is seeking Grounds Maintenance Event Staff for the upcoming event at Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet, Illinois. Responsibilities include maintaining landscaped areas, mowing, edging, weeding, and cleaning grounds. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver's license. The position requires outdoor work in changing weather conditions and offers a compensation range of $16.00 to $18.00 per hour. This role is an opportunity to contribute to a major sporting event while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Successfully pass a driving record check.

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaped areas as required.
• Regular tasks include mowing, edging and weeding.
• Clean grounds by removing trash and litter.
• Operate and maintain necessary equipment.

Skills

Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Overview

Chicagoland Speedway is a 1.5-mile oval located in Joliet, Ill., approximately 30 miles south of downtown Chicago on Old Historic Route 66. On July 3-5, 2026, NASCAR will return to Chicagoland Speedway for three days of racing action.

Position

Grounds Maintenance Event Staff

Responsibilities

• Maintain landscaped areas as required to achieve desired results in the overall appearance of the facility.
• Regular tasks include mowing, edging and weeding.
• Clean grounds, including but not limited to removal of trash and litter.
• Operate equipment of all types as directed and maintain equipment necessary to meet the goals and objectives of facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Valid Driver's License
• Successfully pass a driving record check
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions for extended periods of time

Compensation

$16.00-$18.00

EEO Statement

NASCAR is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). 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.