Groundskeeper Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Senior Groundskeeper - Nehoiden

  • Wellesley, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 1 day ago

Perform all phases of golf course maintenance, from day to day activities such as mowing, and raking of bunkers, to irrigation repairs, and major renovation projects....

Maintenance Associate: Groundskeeper

  • South Hadley, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • South Hadley, MA
  • 1 day ago

SUMMARY: Loomis Village is seeking a passionate and self-motivated individual to join our team as a Maintenance Associate: Groundskeeper....

Groundskeeper

  • Oak Bluffs, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Oak Bluffs, MA
  • 3 days ago

pick-up, cultivating, trimming of shrubs and small trees, fertilizing, planting and minor irrigation repair....

Groundskeeper - Unlicensed

  • Springfield, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 7 days ago

Trim hedges and bushes, weed and cultivate beds and apply mulch as the season dictates. Clear hard surfaces of any trimmings after each mow....

Groundskeeper - Unlicensed R36373

  • Springfield, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 8 days ago

Trim hedges and bushes, weed and cultivate beds and apply mulch as the season dictates. Clear hard surfaces of any trimmings after each mow....

Groundskeeper R36199

  • Springfield, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Springfield, MA
  • 8 days ago

Trim hedges and bushes, weed and cultivate beds and apply mulch as the season dictates. Clear hard surfaces of any trimmings after each mow....

Groundskeeper, Fields Specialist

  • Milton, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Milton, MA
  • 10 days ago

Groundskeeper, Fields Specialist Reporting to the Foreman of Grounds, the Groundskeeper - Fields Specialist is responsible for a wide range of maintenance duties and general repairs, monitoring and...

Sanitation Groundskeeper (FT)

  • Milton, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Milton, MA
  • 10 days ago

Groundskeeper (FT) Job Summary: Reporting to the Foreman of Grounds, the Sanitation Groundskeeper is responsible for a wide range of maintenance duties and general repairs, monitoring and providing...

Groundskeeper - LightView

  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago

Groundskeeper - LightView Department: Property Maintenance Employment Type: Full Time Location: LightView - Boston, MA Reporting To: Service Manager Compensation: $19.00 / hour Description As a Groundskeeper...

Groundskeeper

  • Salem, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities include: Landscape or maintain grounds of property using hand or power tools or equipment Work typically consists of a variety of tasks; examples include any combination of the following...

Groundskeeper-Equipment Operator - Clark University

  • Worcester, MA
  • 18 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 18 days ago

, weeding, planting, mulching, trimming and pruning etc....

Groundskeeper-Equipment Operator

  • Worcester, MA
  • 23 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 23 days ago

, weeding, planting, mulching, trimming and pruning etc....

Sanitation Groundskeeper (FT) - Curry College

  • Milton, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Milton, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Job Summary: Reporting to the Foreman of Grounds, the Sanitation Groundskeeper is responsible for a wide range of maintenance duties and general repairs, monitoring and providing general...

GROUNDSKEEPER- 6 Months Full Time

  • Lenox, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lenox, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Must demonstrate ability to operate effectively and safely landscaping and snow removal power equipment. Must demonstrate ability to use landscaping hand tools safely....

Groundskeeper / Landscaper

  • Sudbury, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sudbury, MA
  • 45+ days ago

The position requires the applicant to have an in-depth knowledge of landscaping, horticulture and sports turf management....

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Salary for Groundskeeper Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Highest Education Level

Groundskeepers in Massachusetts offer the following education background
High School or GED
49.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
16.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.1%
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 Massachusetts
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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