Track Race Starter: Start Gate Ops & Safety

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Charles Town (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

PENN Entertainment is seeking individuals for positions at the West Virginia racetrack. The role requires enforcing racing rules, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe start for all participants while coordinating with track staff.

The candidate must be licensed by the West Virginia Racing Commission, possess a valid driver’s license, and demonstrate excellent customer service and English communication skills.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• Must be licensed by West Virginia Racing Commission.
• Must have a current and valid driver’s license.
• Read, write, legibly understand and speak English.
• Excellent customer service/communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce the West Virginia Racing Commission Rules of Racing while on the racetrack, writing reports of all violations that take place while on duty.
• Ensure starting car vehicle is in proper working order prior to each race; car and mechanical gate systems must have regular proper servicing and maintenance.
• Parade horses leading up to start of race and ensure proper positioning on track.
• Ensure horses are aligned in the starting position; control the gate vehicle to ensure a fair and safe start for all participants.
• Assist Starter in reporting any infractions to judges.
• Assist horse ambulance workers to remove an injured horse from track.
• Must be available to work for any training, schooling, racing or qualifying hours.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

English fluency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PENN Entertainment is seeking individuals for positions at the West Virginia racetrack. The role requires enforcing racing rules, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe start for all participants while coordinating with track staff.

The candidate must be licensed by the West Virginia Racing Commission, possess a valid driver’s license, and demonstrate excellent customer service and English communication skills.