Research Farm Manager

About Aquatrols/Aura Research Farm:

The Aquatrols Company is the world leader in the development of cutting-edge surfactants and other specialty technologies that maximize the effectiveness of water and inputs in the professional turfgrass and horticultural markets. Aquatrols is currently seeking a motivated individual to manage and maintain our in-house research farm, located in Monroeville, NJ.

Aura Research Farm is a 10-acre facility that allows us to evaluate the performance of our products and have a greater understanding of how they work before they are brought to university or real-world testing. We are currently in the planning phase of facility expansion and renovation.

Position Overview:

 The Farm Manager is responsible for the general management, maintenance and upkeep of the entire property and equipment. This is a hands-on, working position that will require the individual to be involved in the execution of daily tasks.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for the turf industry, strong work ethic and ability to prioritize tasks on a daily basis, a collaborative team player with good communication skills (verbal and written), is trustworthy and accountable.

Property Overview:

• (4) 18,000 sqft plots, consisting of different turf species
  • Kentucky bluegrass/Perennial ryegrass blend
  • Creeping bentgrass
  • Bermudagrass
  • Zoysiagrass
• Golf complex consisting of:
  • Creeping bentgrass putting green
  • Ultradwarf Bermudagrass putting green
  • Zoysiagrass fairway

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• Farmhouse
  • Meeting room/offices
  • “Dirty lab” – for product mixing and trial setup
• 1,500 sqft. Storage building/shop
• Pavilion area for company/client events

Key Responsibilities:

• Management of multiple types of grass (warm and cool season)
• Irrigation system operation and maintenance
• Pesticide and fertilizer planning and application
• Planning and implementation of cultural practices (aeration, topdressing, verticutting, etc.)
• Operate, maintain and oversee equipment and machinery
• Office & building upkeep and maintenance
• Support Research and Development Team with trial applications, planning, record keeping, data collection and other tasks related to product trials
• Ensure compliance with State and Federal safety and environmental regulations
• Hiring and training maintenance staff
• Planning and oversight of construction/renovation projects