ST SUV West Operations Assistant (PT/Seasonal)

Why choose Wheelhouse:

Wheelhouse (formerly the Ford Performance Racing School) fills a unique role between the motorsports and event industries. We are also not a dealership or a race team. We provide once-in-a-lifetime automotive experiences for car enthusiasts through performance driving programs, using performance vehicles (Ford Mustang as well as other manufacturers, makes & models). At Wheelhouse, you can be part of a great team performing exciting work, with an opportunity to continue learning and growing your career.

• Experience a dynamic workplace, immersed in the live action and energy of a racetrack environment
• Play a key role in delivering memorable, one-of-a-kind experiences for others
• Seasonal bonus potential

Job Summary: The Seasonal Part-Time Operations Assistant is an integral part of operations for the ST SUV Experience. This position is expected to last from mid-May to mid-November. This person takes care of numerous tasks critical to the effective running of Wheelhouse Experiences programs, including program preparation, event site setup/teardown, working program exercises, program hosting, errand running, and assisting with giveaway operations. They will champion the company’s mission and vision while modeling the company’s values. 

What you will do:

• Daily setup and teardown of program exercises
• Conduct operations tasks for program exercises 
• Program host for both reception and program days—student check-ins, area management (program setup and teardown)
• Assist the Operations Coordinator with CRM tasks as needed.
• Program logistics support—multiple locations
• Assist with giveaway inventory management
• Running various off-site errands
• Safely drive company vehicles for program support
• Protect the moral, legal and financial well-being of the company
• Continually work with other team members to find new and better ways of doing business with an emphasis on safety, accountability, leadership, and guest service
• May be asked to assist counterparts at additional company locations with similar duties
• Other job duties as assigned by management

Knowledge and Skills you Possess

• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and CRM software
• Ability to interact well with students and fellow employees
• Demonstrate outstanding customer service and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks in the most productive and/or appropriate manner
• Must be able to make quick, sound decisions that match the company’s values and standards

Expectations

• Adhere to an event-driven schedule, primarily Monday-Friday with occasional evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Willing to perform a moderate amount of manual labor
• Professionally represent the company in the community, industry organizations, and during events 
• Use proper and professional language in the workplace, when interfacing with guests or potential clients and when representing the company in an official capacity
• Show respect for others and maintain a positive attitude
• Maintain current valid driver’s license, clean driving record, pass a background and drug screening

Physical Demands

• Often required to work long hours when needed or as business requires (including holidays, nights, and weekends)
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• May be required to work on feet for long periods, and in inclement weather
• Moderate to high levels of stress may be associated with this position