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PeaceHealth

Technical Lab Assistant

Springfield, OR · On-site

$22.21 - $33.31/hr

PeaceHealth is seeking a Technical Lab Assistant for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $22.21 - $33.31. The hiring rate is dependent upon ...

PeaceHealth

Technical Lab Assistant

Springfield, OR

$22.21 - $33.31/hr

Description PeaceHealth is seeking a Technical Lab Assistant for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $22.21 - $33.31. The hiring rate is ...

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As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for technical assistant in Oregon is $46,803.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,600.00 and $46,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Is a Technical Assistant?

A technical assistant provides technical and administrative support to a company. In this career, you can work in a variety of industries, including healthcare, education, banking, computer science, or manufacturing. Your job duties vary based on industry, but they may involve providing technical support to company employees or their customers. Regarding your administrative duties, you may complete data entry or organize company files. You must be detail-oriented and have excellent IT and organizational skills. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, but a bachelor’s degree and proven experience are helpful.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Technical Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Technical Assistant, you need a solid understanding of technical processes, problem-solving skills, and often a relevant associate’s degree or certification in your field. Familiarity with industry-specific software, tools, and data management systems is typically required. Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you stand out in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring efficient support, accurate documentation, and smooth technical operations within an organization.

What are some common challenges Technical Assistants face when supporting multiple departments, and how can they be managed?

Technical Assistants often work with several departments, which can lead to competing priorities and tight deadlines. Managing these challenges requires effective communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to quickly adapt to shifting needs. Setting clear expectations with each department and regularly updating task lists can help ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Collaborating closely with team leads and proactively seeking feedback can also make it easier to balance workload and deliver quality support across functions.

What are technical assistants?

Technical assistants are professionals who provide support to technical teams or departments by handling administrative, organizational, and sometimes hands-on technical tasks. Their responsibilities often include setting up equipment, assisting with data entry, maintaining records, troubleshooting basic technical issues, and ensuring smooth workflow within the team. They may work in various industries such as IT, healthcare, engineering, or education, and their specific duties can vary depending on the sector and employer. Technical assistants play a crucial role in helping teams operate efficiently and effectively.

What is the difference between Technical Assistant vs Laboratory Technician?

AspectTechnical AssistantLaboratory Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate degree or relevant certificationsAssociate degree or diploma in laboratory sciences
Work EnvironmentOffices, research facilities, technical support settingsLaboratories, research centers, healthcare facilities
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, research institutions, manufacturingHospitals, research labs, pharmaceutical companies
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, qualifications, job dutiesLaboratory work, technical support, scientific procedures

While both roles support technical and scientific functions, a Technical Assistant typically provides broader technical support across various industries, whereas a Laboratory Technician specializes in conducting experiments and tests within laboratory settings. The roles often overlap in credentials and work environment, but their specific duties and industry focus differ.

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Infographic showing various Technical Assistant job openings in Oregon as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $46,803 per year, or $22.5 per hour.
NWREC Nursery Student Technical Assistant

NWREC Nursery Student Technical Assistant

Oregon State University

Corvallis, OR • On-site

$19.50 - $22/hr

Full-time, Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

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Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Job Title
NWREC Nursery Student Technical Assistant
Appointment Type
Student Employee
Job Location
Aurora
Position Appointment Percent
100
Appointment Basis
12
Pay Method
Hourly
Pay Period
16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date
Last working day of the month
Remote or Hybrid option?
Min Hourly Rate
$15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non-Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate
$21.50 (Standard); $19.50 (Non-Urban); $22.00 (Portland Metro)
Position Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill up to three part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) Student Technical Assistant (NWREC Nursery) position for the North Willamette Research & Extension Center at Oregon State University (OSU). This position will be located in Aurora, OR.
The Nursery Crop Production Research Program is recruiting up to ten students.
Student technical assistants will assist with the maintenance of the greenhouse, and outdoor nursery production areas.
Typical activities may include collecting data, checking irrigation, monitoring plant health, controlling weeds and pests, data entry, posting current events to websites and social media. maintain and harvests native seed production fields, cleans seed, and collects field plot data for cover crop and native wildflower/pollinator studies, as well as assisting with the maintenance of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
Transferable Skill Development
OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication, Critical Thinking, and Teamwork.
Position Duties
Plant Research 75%.
  • Hand weed plots
  • check irrigation emitters for plots
  • measure plant health
  • mix potting media for containers
  • seed and thin container plants
  • transplants and/or seeds plots; download data from loggers
  • clean research workspace and storage area
  • labels plots
  • monitors greenhouse and lath house field climate.
Buildings, Grounds, and Equipment Maintenance. 15%.
  • Maintain buildings, grounds, fences, roads, and other research facilities
  • manages land not currently involved in research projects (including mowing, string trimming, pruning, mulching, and hand weeding).
Data Collection. 5%.
  • Assists with biomass sampling, seed harvest, and data collection for nursery production trials according to study protocols.
Miscellaneous. 5%.
  • Keeps records of activities
  • assists with preparing orders for procurement
  • assists Nursery program as needed in conducting tours, training, and field days for the public.
Minimum Qualifications
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements
  • Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study
  • Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment
  • Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
    • High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program
    • Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
    • Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
    • Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
    • Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
  • Students who are under 18 years old are required to have passed a tractor safety certification class prior to operating a tractor.
  • Attention to detail
  • Perform assigned tasks without close supervision
  • Capable of working outside and standing/walking for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs
  • Student employees (but not all employees) may be selected to drive to offsite locations, as needed, at the request of the Nursery Program supervisor.
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Experience with tractors (for students over 18).
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
  • Work is mainly performed outdoors at the research farm, in scientific laboratory, research greenhouses, and office settings.
  • The ability to work in and dress appropriately for all weather conditions is required.
  • Duties may include lifting heavy objects (up to 50 lb); standing, kneeling or crawling for long periods of time; walking over plowed fields or uneven surfaces; and other strenuous activities such as hoeing weeds, shoveling, operating push mowers, and string trimmers.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P12712SE
Number of Vacancies
3
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
01/11/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
01/01/2026
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date
10/31/2026
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
• A Resume
• A Cover Letter
For additional information please contact: Clint Taylor at clint.taylor@oregonstate.edu
  • All applicants must email lloyd.nackley@oregonstate.edu after submitting their application

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
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