Groundskeeper Jobs in Riverside, CA

A Groundskeeper in the hospitality service industry is responsible for maintaining the aesthetic appeal and functionality of outdoor spaces at hospitality establishments like resorts, hotels, and golf courses. Their duties often include landscaping, lawn maintenance, planting and pruning trees and flowers, trash removal, snow removal, and maintaining outdoor fixtures like walkways and fountains. They might also be responsible for maintaining and operating irrigation systems, applying fertilizers and pesticides, and general repair and maintenance tasks. The ultimate goal of a Groundskeeper is to keep outdoor spaces clean, safe, and inviting for guests.

Important skills for a Groundskeeper in the hospitality service industry include physical stamina, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of horticulture. Some Groundskeeper positions may require specific certifications such as a pesticide applicator's license or a Certified Grounds Technician (CGT) credential. Prior to becoming a Groundskeeper, a person may hold roles such as a Landscaping Laborer, Maintenance Worker, or Janitorial Staff, where they would gain experience in outdoor maintenance and develop skills necessary for the Groundskeeper role.

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Porter / Groundskeeper for an Apartment Community

  • Chino Hills, CA (20 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Chino Hills, CA (20 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Empty trash receptacles as neededClean hallways, lobbies, stairwells, elevator cars, and other common areas by vacuuming, dusting, buffing, and washingDuties may include using a power washer, cleaning...

Porter / Groundskeeper for an Apartment Community

  • Riverside, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 9 days ago

Empty trash receptacles as neededClean hallways, lobbies, stairwells, elevator cars, and other common areas by vacuuming, dusting, buffing, and washingDuties may include using a power washer, cleaning...

GROUNDSKEEPER I - Bulletin #095-25

  • San Bernardino, CA (9 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (9 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 10 days ago

GROUNDSKEEPER I - Bulletin #095-25 Requirements / Qualifications - Possess a valid and appropriate California Driver's License PLEASE READ: "Job Description/Essential Elements" above to review additional...

Groundskeeper (Full-Time)

  • Bloomington, CA (4 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Bloomington, CA (4 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 14 days ago

essential functions or duties related to this job MINIMUM Requirements Education High school diploma or equivalent required Certification/License Experience Minimum (6) months relevant experience in landscaping...

Groundskeeper, Senior

  • Riverside, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 16 days ago

Groundskeeper, Senior Riverside Community College District Application Deadline....

Groundskeeper (2 Positions) Riverside Community College District

  • Riverside, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 17 days ago

Groundskeeper (2 Positions) Riverside Community College District Application Deadline....

Groundskeeper, Senior Riverside Community College District

  • Riverside, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 17 days ago

Groundskeeper, Senior Riverside Community College District Application Deadline....

Outdoor Porter/ Groundskeeper

  • Highland, CA (14 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Highland, CA (14 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Outdoor Porter/ Groundskeeper The Groundskeeper is responsible for the grounds maintenance around the Casino, Parking Structures, and all parking areas....

Greenskeeper/Gardener

  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Course Maintenance...

Lead Groundskeeper

  • Riverside, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 29 days ago

Reporting to the Landscape Supervisor, the Lead Groundskeeper leads, guides, and performs a variety of landscape and grounds maintenance to care, maintain, and preserve the landscape and hardscape throughout...

Lead Groundskeeper University of California Riverside

  • Riverside, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Key Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time Landscape Maintenance: Maintains flowerbeds, plants, shrubs, trees, hedges and grass areas....

Landscaper

  • Highland, CA (14 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Highland, CA (14 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Essential Duties & Responsibilities Performs weed abatement; controls fertilization of trees, lawns, flowers, shrubs and hedges. Performs landscaping maintenance as needed....

Landscaper (Facilities)

  • Highland, CA (14 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Highland, CA (14 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Uses hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedge and brush trimmers, axes, chainsaws rakes, loppers, hand saws, pruning shears, shovels, hoes, fertilizer spreaders, pesticide sprayers, sod...

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Salary for Groundskeeper Jobs in Riverside, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Groundskeepers in Riverside, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
49.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.0%
Associate's Degree
8.8%
Master's Degree
3.3%
Some College
3.2%
Some High School
2.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Groundskeepers in Riverside, CA
1-2 years
39.9%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
None
17.0%
4-6 years
3.5%
10+ years
3.2%
2-4 years
0.8%


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