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Speedway Motorsports

FAST Staff, Firefighter

Sonoma, CA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Sonoma Raceway is looking for event Fire/Safety members to join our team and serve as first responders for raceway events throughout the year. Some of these events include NASCAR, drag racing, Sonoma ...

Speedway Motorsports

FAST Staff, Firefighter

Sonoma, CA · On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Sonoma Raceway is looking for event Fire/Safety members to join our team and serve as first responders for raceway events throughout the year. Some of these events include NASCAR, drag racing, Sonoma ...

Visa Hunt

Software Engineer, Platform

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

Sim has been called the "Figma for AI agents" -- an intuitive drag-and-drop canvas where developers ... all team members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin ...

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Sim

Software Engineer, Platform

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$140K - $220K/yr

Sim has been called the "Figma for AI agents" - an intuitive drag-and-drop canvas where developers ... all team members. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin ...

Netic

Account Executive

San Francisco, CA · On-site

You'll join our team with relentless builders from Scale, Databricks, HRT, Meta, MIT, Stanford, and ... drag. * Translate AI to ROI: Demo our AI revenue engine in the customer's language-showing ...

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How much do drag racing team jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average weekly pay for drag racing team in California is $1,502.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,251.92 and $1,669.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a drag racing team?

A Drag Racing Team job involves working with a team dedicated to competitive drag racing. Roles vary from mechanics and crew chiefs to drivers and logistics coordinators, all focused on optimizing car performance and race-day strategy. Team members handle vehicle maintenance, tuning, pit operations, and race preparations to ensure peak performance. Strong technical skills, teamwork, and attention to detail are essential in this fast-paced environment.

What does a typical race weekend look like for a drag racing team?

A typical race weekend for a Drag Racing Team involves preparing and maintaining the race vehicle, conducting technical inspections, and performing practice runs or qualifying rounds on the drag strip. Team members frequently collaborate to analyze performance data, make real-time adjustments, and address any mechanical issues that arise. During race events, everyone has clearly defined roles, from driving to pit crew operations, ensuring efficient and safe execution under tight timelines. These weekends can be intense and require strong problem-solving skills, but they also offer exciting opportunities to compete, learn, and build camaraderie within the team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the drag racing team position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Drag Racing Team, members need expertise in automotive mechanics, racecar tuning, driving, safety protocols, and effective team coordination, often gained through industry experience or specialized technical training. Familiarity with data logging systems, engine diagnostics tools, and motorsports safety certifications (such as NHRA licenses) is highly valuable. Exceptional communication, adaptability, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are important soft skills for success. These capabilities are crucial for optimizing performance, maintaining safety standards, and achieving competitive results in a fast-paced, dynamic racing environment.

How do I join a drag racing team?

To join a drag racing team, you typically need to have a strong interest in motorsports, basic mechanical knowledge, and a competitive driving skill level. Many teams look for drivers with racing experience, a valid driver's license, and sometimes certifications or safety training such as a racing license or safety courses. Networking at racing events and demonstrating commitment can also help in joining a team.

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Infographic showing various Drag Racing Team job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $78,139 per year, or $37.6 per hour.

FAST Staff, Firefighter

Speedway Motorsports

Sonoma, CA • On-site

$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

POSITION: Fire Safety (event/ seasonal) PAY STATUS: Nonexempt RESPONSIBILITY OF: Track Services Events Manager DATE: Dec 2025 POSITION LOCATION: Sonoma, CA ABOUT THE POSITION: Sonoma Raceway is looking for event Fire/Safety members to join our team and serve as first responders for raceway events throughout the year. Some of these events include NASCAR, drag racing, Sonoma Drift, motorcycles, the racing school, and much more! Members come from a variety of fire service backgrounds including active or retired firefighters, paramedics, and EMTs. We also welcome those that are wishing to start a career in the fire service to apply as well. The ideal candidate will adopt a GLOBE mentality. GLOBE stands for Generously Lending Our Best Efforts. This is done by holding themselves and their teammates accountable for taking our best practices "the last mile" - optimizing them for maximum value to all of our stakeholders while sharing insights on how to improve our company. The ideal candidate will also be a productive and proactive self-starter who is passionate about his/her duties and willing to put forth the extra effort in pursuit of achieving excellence. RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Respond to emergency incidents on-track
  • Provide fire suppression and vehicle extrication as needed for incidents on the course
  • Provide EMS services to parties involved in an incident
  • Communicate with Race Control on track conditions that may affect drivers' ability to race safely
  • Coordinate recovery and restoration efforts of the race track when an incident occurs
  • Qualifications
  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Valid driver's license
  • State Certified Firefighter 1 or similar Firefighter experience/training
  • EMT-B
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Fire/Safety members must have the mobility to complete the following:
  • Physical: pulling and pushing objects, sitting, standing, walking on uneven or slippery surfaces,
  • kneeling, bending, twisting, turning, stooping, and squatting
  • Lifting: moving and lifting equipment and objects weighing over 100 pounds
  • Environmental: Must be willing to work in adverse conditions and potentially life-threatening
  • emergencies: subject to odors, dust, pollen, chemicals, skin irritants, and fumes.
  • Cognitive: Have good hearing and vision, capability to speak loud in noisy environments as well
  • as communicate clearly over a radio
  • Ability to work calmly and accurately in stressful situations.
SCHEDULE: Sonoma Raceway holds events 340 days per year. Every event requires Fire/Safety ready to respond to an incident that may occur. Each month Fire/Safety members input their availability on an online schedule. Assignments will be made once we have determined the amount of coverage needed. There is no restriction to the amount of availability you add per month, there is a cap of working no more than 30 hours a week. PAY RATE: Starting rate between $18-20 hourly depending on experience and qualifications. The above description denotes some of the specific characteristics which are necessary to perform the principal functions of the job and are not intended to be a description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Sonoma Raceway and Speedway Motorsports is an equal opportunity employer.

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