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Alvin ISD

Athletic Grounds Personnel

Alvin, TX · On-site

$15.50/hr

Primary Purpose: Assist the Athletic Grounds Supervisor in performing tasks to manage all districts athletic fields Qualifications: Education/Certification: High School Diploma or GED Texas Driver ...

Laramie County, WY

Fair Grounds Crew

Cheyenne, WY · On-site

$14/hr

Provides for routine and special maintenance of vehicles and heavy equipment * Assist with tasks as assigned by the Grounds Manager, Fair Manager, and/or Events Director * Perform routine preventive ...

Saddle & Cycle Club

Seasonal Groundskeeper

Chicago, IL · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Job Title:  Groundskeeper Reports to:  Assistant Grounds Manager Direct Reports:  None FLSA:  Non-Exempt - Hourly JOB SUMMARY The Groundskeeper is responsible for the maintenance of ...

Elbers Landscape Service

Grounds Supervisor

Hamburg, NY

$55K - $60K/yr

... * Assist in safety training of Grounds Crew members. * Communicate effectively with Campus Community members and company management. * Flexible availability to accommodate campus events and winter ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Grounds Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Grounds Manager, you need expertise in horticulture, turf management, and landscape maintenance, often supported by a degree in a related field or equivalent experience. Familiarity with groundskeeping equipment, irrigation systems, and management software such as work order tracking systems is typically required. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication help in supervising staff and ensuring high-quality results. These skills are essential for maintaining safe, attractive grounds and efficiently managing teams and resources.

What are some common challenges faced by an Assistant Grounds Manager, and how can they be addressed?

Assistant Grounds Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating large teams, managing weather-related disruptions, and ensuring all grounds are maintained to high standards within tight schedules. Effective communication with staff, flexibility in adjusting maintenance plans, and staying current with best practices in turf management are key strategies to address these issues. Building strong relationships with vendors and other departments also helps streamline operations and improve problem-solving.

What is the difference between Assistant Grounds Manager vs Groundskeeper?

AspectAssistant Grounds ManagerGroundskeeper
CertificationsCertifications in horticulture, landscaping, or grounds management often preferredTypically no formal certifications required, but experience in landscaping is common
Work EnvironmentSupervises grounds staff, manages maintenance projects, oversees landscaping plansPerforms manual labor, maintains lawns, gardens, and outdoor spaces
ResponsibilitiesAssists in planning, coordinating grounds maintenance, and supervising staffPerforms routine maintenance, mowing, planting, and basic landscaping tasks
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in parks, universities, corporate campuses, sports facilitiesCommon in parks, schools, residential communities, and commercial properties

The Assistant Grounds Manager typically has more supervisory and planning responsibilities, often requiring relevant certifications. Groundskeepers focus on manual outdoor maintenance tasks. Both roles are essential in maintaining outdoor spaces but differ mainly in scope and level of responsibility.

What does an Assistant Grounds Manager do?

An Assistant Grounds Manager supports the head grounds manager in overseeing the maintenance and care of outdoor areas such as parks, sports fields, or campuses. Their responsibilities include supervising grounds staff, scheduling maintenance tasks like mowing, landscaping, and irrigation, and ensuring equipment is properly maintained. They often help manage budgets, order supplies, and ensure that safety and environmental standards are met. This role requires strong organizational skills, leadership abilities, and knowledge of horticulture or turf management.
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Fair Grounds Crew

Fair Grounds Crew

Laramie County Government

Cheyenne, WY

$14/hr

Other

Posted 29 days ago

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Summary Under direct supervision of the Laramie County Grounds Manager, the Grounds Crew member assists in the operational, maintenance, and housekeeping functions of fairground facilities, equipment and fairgrounds including HVAC, plumbing, heating, painting, carpentry, and mechanical work. Assists in conducting all duties necessary to maintain the fair and fairgrounds in a clean, safe, and operable condition Essential Job Functions Essential Job Functions: (Essential function, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.) Assist with inspecting, monitoring, and repairing fairgrounds to ensure a high level of performance and appearance Prepares fairgrounds facilities for users Provides for routine and special maintenance of vehicles and heavy equipment Assist with tasks as assigned by the Grounds Manager, Fair Manager, and/or Events Director Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that equipment continues to run smoothly, and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate Assures buildings are in a clean and in an orderly condition so they can be rented Monitors mowing and trimming of lawns and shrubbery, fertilizing, weeding grounds, and cultivating flowers, proper usage of mowers, hand and power trimmers, and the clearing of debris from grounds Assists in the set-up, arrangement, and removal of tables, chairs, stage, and any decorations or props to prepare facilities for rental events Builds, assembles, transports, installs and repairs Laramie County Fair furnishings and fixtures Performs other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Ability to work a variety of hours including weekends and evenings. Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of Laramie County policies and procedures. Knowledge of Federal, state and county safety rules and regulations.

Knowledge of and ability to maintain grounds and facilities equipment. Knowledge of standard uses of tools used in the maintenance and repair of building facilities; safety practices and procedures related to the building trades. Knowledge of the various Skills in utilizing problem solving strategies.

Skills in evaluating facility operations and formulating recommendations. Skills in electrical, plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, mechanics. Skills in maintenance schedules and records.

Skill in operating various types of trucks and equipment safely and efficiently. Skilled in being a Team Player. Skilled in verbal and written communication and the ability to utilize these skills to interface with the public as well as internal staff.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other organizations, Laramie County Fair supervisors, other employees, board members, customers and the general public.

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