Racetrack Flag Marshal

Racetrack Flag Marshals keep events running smoothly and are the first to report anything that happens on the track. As the eyes and ears of event officials, Racetrack Flag Marshals are an integral part of the safety and communications network for each and every event and an important element to track operations. A Marshal’s job is to monitor a particular section (corner) of the racetrack and alert Race Control and on-coming racers of any dangers as they occur.

Reporting Relationship: Racetrack Flag Marshals are under the direction of Race Control when on track and are supervised by the Track Coordinator. 

Essential Duties:

• Promote and facilitate a culture based on reputation, respect, integrity, and dependability.
• Monitor track conditions to detect hazards. 
• Report injured and/or disabled drivers to Track Control and provide assistance as directed. 
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly manner.
• Ensure compliance with fire, safety, and security standards. 
• Adhere to Pitt Race dress code to avoid confusion for drivers.
• Complete hands-on fire extinguisher training and be aware of proper fire extinguishers utilization.

Additional Duties:

• Serve as crowd control during on-track incidents or facility emergencies.

PIRC personnel work as a supportive and interdependent team. Other duties will be assigned as needed and a willingness to assist other PIRC roles is expected. 

Working Conditions: 

• Exposure to hot, cold, and inclement weather conditions as well as high decibel noise on track. 
• Extended periods in a stationary position.
• Ability to maneuver flags to provide visual communication to drivers on track. 
• Communication via two-way radio, with or without a headset, in accordance with Pitt Race radio communications training. 
• Ability to focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time in a defined area.
• Ability to complete hands-on fire extinguisher and CPR training.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to quickly distinguish between different car and flag colors.
• Ability to function in a stressful environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A general understanding of racetrack operations and a passion for motorsports.