Turfgrass Research Center: Assistant Manager & Field Operations

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Blacksburg, VA seeks an assistant to support the Turfgrass Research Center manager. The role involves maintaining research equipment and facilities, safety compliance, and managing field plots.

You will train personnel, coordinate land and facility use, and keep inventory records while assisting with demonstrations and data collection. The position is non-exempt and requires a valid driver's license, with a pay range of $18.00–$20.00 per hour and a 29-hour work

Qualifications

• Experience with equipment operation and maintenance.
• Current valid Driver's License and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining research equipment and facility infrastructure.
• Ensure safety compliance in the workplace.
• Manage field research plots and inventory records.
• Assist with field demonstrations and data collection.
• Coordinate land and facility use and train personnel.

Skills

Equipment operation/maintenance

Driver's license

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Blacksburg, VA seeks an assistant to support the Turfgrass Research Center manager. The role involves maintaining research equipment and facilities, safety compliance, and managing field plots.

You will train personnel, coordinate land and facility use, and keep inventory records while assisting with demonstrations and data collection. The position is non-exempt and requires a valid driver's license, with a pay range of $18.00–$20.00 per hour and a 29-hour work