Groundskeeper Jobs in New York

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

  • Albany, NY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 19 hours ago

IMMEDIATE GROUNDSKEEPERS AVAILABLE! ($17-18/HR) Large company with opportunity for growth looking for GROUNDSKEEPERS to join their team....

Groundskeeper

  • Saratoga Springs, NY
  • 20 hours ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY
  • 20 hours ago

Schedule : Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm (December through March shift is 3pm a 11:30pm) SUMMARY Maintains grounds of college property and support events by performing the following duties: ESSENTIAL...

Building and Grounds Maintenance Worker - Full Time with Benefits

  • Penn Yan, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Penn Yan, NY
  • 1 day ago

Perform routine cleaning tasks, such as dusting, vacuuming, removing trash, and cleaning windows. 5....

Groundskeeper

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 2 years two years of general experience in landscape maintenance. Experience in commercial landscape maintenance is highly desirable....

Groundskeeper Skidmore College

  • Saratoga Springs, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Saratoga Springs, NY
  • 2 days ago

Schedule : Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm (December through March shift is 3pm a 11:30pm) SUMMARY Maintains grounds of college property and support events by performing the following duties: ESSENTIAL...

Groundskeeper

  • Huntington, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Huntington, NY
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Maintains facility grounds, shrubbery and landscaping. Operates, maintains and make repairs to heavy equipment. Removes snow....

Groundskeeper

  • Painted Post, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Painted Post, NY
  • 2 days ago

Position is responsible for maintaining grounds and common areas and keep them free of debris. Snow removal in the winter months....

Supervising Housing Groundskeeper (Ha)

  • Staten Island, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Staten Island, NY
  • 2 days ago

Check repair work being performed by contractors on grounds and landscaped areas and reports on completion of work....

Custodial Worker / Groundskeeper

  • Briarcliff Manor, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Briarcliff Manor, NY
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian Date Posted: 4/11/2025 Location: Facilities Date Available: 04/11/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Working knowledge of procedures...

Live out Groundskeeper needed

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

A high end family in Long island is looking to hire a live out Groundskeeper. Schedule Monday - Friday 40-50 hours a week....

Supervising Housing Groundskeeper (Ha)

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Check repair work being performed by contractors on grounds and landscaped areas and reports on completion of work. 6....

Groundskeeper

  • Saint James, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint James, NY
  • 6 days ago

Looking for an experienced Groundskeeper, 4 - 5 days a week, trimming, mowing. Please include a resume or details of previous job experience. References required....

Groundskeeper

  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY
  • 6 days ago

to perform daily landscape maintenance for all grounds and exterior areas on campus including, but not limited to lawns, parking lots, trees, shrub and flower beds, irrigations systems, athletic fields...

Groundskeeper

  • Amherst, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Amherst, NY
  • 6 days ago

Groundskeeper Sweet Home CSD 1901 Sweet Home Road Amherst, NY 14228 Classified - Position - Groundskeeper (Grounds Person) - non - competitive Job Number ......

Entry Level Landscaper / Groundskeeper

  • Cross River, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Cross River, NY
  • 6 days ago

This role involves various tasks related to landscape maintenance, including growing plants, managing gardens, and operating power tools....

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Salary for Groundskeeper Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Groundskeepers in New York 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 New York
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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