"Agricultural Specialist and Manager"

Agricultural Specialist and Manager

Company: Virginia Tech

Job Location: Blacksburg, 24061

Category: Extension and Outreach

Type: Full-Time

Job Description

This position supports research, teaching, and extension programs in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences by supervising and performing precision field tasks and experimental plot activities; as well as, operates sophisticated agricultural equipment with a very proficient level of skill.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent years of training and experience; Experience in the operation and repair of agricultural tractors and machinery; Experience in a variety of welding (electric/arc, MIG, oxyacetylene cutting, etc.); Experience in some phase of agricultural or livestock production, equipment operation and repair; Ability to operate large, complex, agricultural and research equipment; To successfully follow and implement written experimental and crop production field plans; To comprehend and carry out complex instructions; To read, understand, and adjust computerized tractor and equipment settings; To calibrate sprayers, adjust planting, and harvesting equipment precisely; To maintain accurate records and follow data collection procedures; To read and understand service, parts, and operator manuals; To operate gas and electric welders, perform plumbing and carpentry tasks, and perform a wide variety of equipment repairs; Ability to work with livestock units such as feeding livestock, herd health, working livestock and transporting livestock; Must have a valid CDL with any required endorsements within six (6) months of employment; Familiarity with the navigation of basic Microsoft Office programs.

Preferred Qualifications

Valid CDL with any required endorsements; Use of tools, and trade skills in the following: plumbing, carpentry, electrical, and masonry; Experience in building and maintaining permanent farm fences; Experience in installing and maintaining water lines.

Pay Band: 4

Overtime Status: Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type: Regular

Salary Information: Commensurate with Experience

Hours per week: 40

Review Date: 09/07/2025

Additional Information: The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. Ability to move and handle 50 lbs. Must have a criminal background check. Must have a driver's license check. Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with any required endorsements.