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Job Title: Turfgrass Field Operator
Pay: $20/hour
Location: Clayton, NC
Area Code: 919, 984
Zip Code: 27520
A Turfgrass Field Operator job in Clayton, NC is currently accepting applications. This is a contract position (1 year with opportunity to extend) with our key agricultural client. In this role, you will be responsible for Integrated pest management practices on disease, weed, and insect control for intensively managed turfgrass in transition zones. You will also assist with implementation and maintenance of small-plot research trials. To be considered for this role, you will have at least an A.S. Degree in agricultural or horticultural sciences along with 1+ years of experience working in lawn care, golf course, landscape and/or nursery settings.
Turfgrass Field Operator Job Responsibilities:
* Assist in maintenance of warm and cool season turfgrass on a development & research facility in various turfgrass and ornamentals settings such golf turf (greens, fairways), sports field, and residential lawn.
* Assist in maintenance of warm and cool season utility/forage grasses and weeds on a development & research facility in various simulated settings such roadside, railroad, bare ground, forestry, rangeland and pasture.
* Inspection of managed gass areas via visual assessment and tools. Record, report, and respond to identified issues for discussion with researchers.
* Safely operate equipment (powered and non-powered tools) required for turf maintenance.
* Safely apply pesticides required for research and maintenance, maintain proper record keeping for applications.
* Follow and comply with current safety procedures as well as assist in identifying new ones.
* Assist in maintenance of equipment, including mowers, tractors and sprayers.
* Assist in operating irrigation systems to achieve specific research or maintenance goals.
Turfgrass Field OperatorJob Requirements:
* Associate"s/Bachelor"s Degree in turfgrass mgmt/agronomy/biology program.
* Will consider enrolled students targeting degree completion in spring/summer (can start part-time and transition into full-time).
* Experience in the field of turfgrass management. Golf course experience is preferred, while other agricultural background would also be considered. Experience with automated irrigation system is a plus.
* Have the ability to work independently as well as part of a small team, with attention to details.
* Valid NC driver"s license.
* Must be capable of performing physical labor (including but not limited to heavy lifting (50 lbs) associated with maintenance or repairs to equipment, irrigation systems, or structures).
If you are interested in this Turfgrass Field Operator job in Clayton, NC, please apply via the 'apply now' link provided.
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