Groundskeeper Jobs in Florida

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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Groundskeeper

  • Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Palm Beach Shores, FL
  • 19 hours ago

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the grounds outside the building to include: trimming of grass, trees, shrubs, removal, and planting of all types of plants, etc....

Groundskeeper

  • Winter Garden, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Winter Garden, FL
  • 23 hours ago

Description Job Overview: As a Groundskeeper, you'll be responsible for maintaining the overall appearance and cleanliness of the building/facility....

Groundskeeper

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities The responsibilities of the Groundskeeper are as follows: Keep property, management office, landscaping clean by inspecting property each morning and picking up any trash littering...

Facility Groundskeeper - Maintenance

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago

facility maintenance, clean-up, painting, grounds maintenance, pressure washing and landscaping....

Groundskeeper - 67012833

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 1 day ago

Requisition No: 850773 Agency: Agency for Persons with Disabilities Working Title: GROUNDSKEEPER - 67012833 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 67012833 Salary: $1,298.46 - $1,428.31 Biweekly...

Groundskeeper/Janitorial

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • 1 day ago

Report areas of concern including dry turf or dead plants throughout property....

Groundskeeper - Flamingo Crossings Village

  • Winter Garden, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Winter Garden, FL
  • 2 days ago

Description As a Groundskeeper, you'll play a critical part in maintaining an ACC student housing community....

Yard Worker

  • Stuart, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Stuart, FL
  • 2 days ago

Frequent exposure to cement, lime, concrete, admixtures, dust, diesel fuel and other substances that may cause burns, be toxic or explosive if handled incorrectly Frequent exposure to water and wet...

Groundskeeper (49931)

  • Naples, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 2 days ago

As a Groundskeeper you play a vital role in creating a great first impression and ensuring residents feel at home in their community....

Golf Maintenance/Groundskeeper

  • Sebastian, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Sebastian, FL
  • 2 days ago

IGM @ Sebastian GC is seeking motivated individuals to join our golf course maintenance team....

Landscaper/Groundskeeper

  • Naples, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Naples, FL
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Your role: Operate powered equipment in mowing specified areas including resort ground turf areas. Waters and fertilizes turf areas and planting beds....

Training Facilities - Head Groundskeeper - OHP

  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 3 days ago

, OHP DEPARTMENT: Training Facilities REPORTS TO: Director of Turf & Grounds FLSA: Full-Time, Salary; Exempt WHAT SETS YOU APART We are seeking a detail-oriented Head Groundskeeper with a passion for...

Groundskeeper/Porter (Part-Time) - The Jamison

  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Kissimmee, FL
  • 5 days ago

ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in...

Groundskeeper

  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, FL
  • 5 days ago

Why we need you: The Groundskeeper is responsible for efficiently maintaining the physical appearance of the apartment communitys grounds, pools and buildings What Highmark can do for YOU: Help you...

Groundskeeper

  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Pembroke Pines, FL
  • 5 days ago

Report areas of concern including dry turf or dead plants throughout property....

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Salary for Groundskeeper Jobs in Florida

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

Highest Education Level

Groundskeepers in Florida 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 Florida
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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