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Clean Team, Inc.

Grounds Assistant Tech

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$35K - $36K/yr

Grounds Assistant Tech Clean Team Facility Services is searching for a responsible and dedicated landscape maintenance tech to join our team. You will perform a range of property maintenance duties ...

Clean Team, Inc.

Grounds Assistant Tech

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$35K - $36K/yr

Grounds Assistant Tech Clean Team Facility Services is searching for a responsible and dedicated landscape maintenance tech to join our team. You will perform a range of property maintenance duties ...

Clean Team

Grounds Assistant Tech

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

A minimum of 2 years' experience in a landscaping or groundskeeping role. * Must be able to operate maintenance equipment including lawnmowers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers. * Strong knowledge ...

Clean Team

Grounds Assistant Tech

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$14 - $17.75/hr

A minimum of 2 years' experience in a landscaping or groundskeeping role. * Must be able to operate maintenance equipment including lawnmowers, leaf blowers, and hedge trimmers. * Strong knowledge ...

MIDTOWNE REALTY INC

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Building and Grounds Assistant

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Building and Grounds Assistant provides maintenance and custodial services to apartment buildings and houses managed by Midtowne Realty. Essential Responsibilities: · Perform routine building ...

MIDTOWNE REALTY INC

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Building and Grounds Assistant

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

Building and Grounds Assistant provides maintenance and custodial services to apartment buildings and houses managed by Midtowne Realty. Essential Responsibilities: · Perform routine building ...

Pinkerton Academy

Grounds Worker

Derry, NH · On-site

$15.75 - $21.25/hr

Empty exterior trash barrels; pick up trash on grounds. * Assist with snow removal. * Provide general landscape maintenance. * Maintain and operate equipment. * Assist with set-up of various campus ...

Pinkerton Academy

Grounds Worker

Derry, NH

$15.75 - $21.25/hr

Empty exterior trash barrels; pick up trash on grounds. * Assist with snow removal. * Provide general landscape maintenance. * Maintain and operate equipment. * Assist with set-up of various campus ...

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What is a grounds assistant?

Grounds Assistants are individuals responsible for maintaining the appearance and health of outdoor areas such as gardens, lawns, parks, sports fields, and other landscaped grounds. Their duties typically include mowing lawns, trimming hedges, planting flowers, watering plants, removing debris, and assisting with minor repairs to outdoor equipment. Grounds Assistants often work under the supervision of a head groundskeeper or facilities manager and may use a variety of tools and machinery. This role is vital for keeping outdoor environments safe, attractive, and functional for visitors and staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a grounds assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Grounds Assistant, you need basic knowledge of landscaping, grounds maintenance, and safe equipment operation, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with tools such as lawn mowers, trimmers, and irrigation systems is typically required, and some roles may ask for certifications in pesticide application or equipment handling. Attention to detail, reliability, and effective teamwork are vital soft skills for ensuring high standards and smooth collaboration. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining safe, attractive outdoor environments and supporting the efficient operation of facilities.

What are some typical challenges faced by a grounds assistant, and how can they be effectively managed?

Grounds Assistants often encounter challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, managing physically demanding tasks, and prioritizing multiple maintenance projects. Effective time management, proper use of safety equipment, and staying updated on best practices in landscaping help address these difficulties. Collaboration with the groundskeeping team and clear communication with supervisors also play a key role in ensuring tasks are completed efficiently while maintaining a safe and pleasant outdoor environment.

What is the difference between Grounds Assistant vs Groundskeeper?

AspectGrounds AssistantGroundskeeper
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some certifications in landscaping or horticultureHigh school diploma; certifications in landscaping, horticulture, or pesticide application often preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor settings, parks, sports fields, campusesOutdoor environments, parks, golf courses, sports complexes
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with planting, watering, basic maintenance, equipment prepMaintaining grounds, mowing, trimming, planting, pest control
Employer & Industry UsageMunicipalities, schools, sports facilitiesGolf courses, parks, landscaping companies

While both Grounds Assistants and Groundskeepers work outdoors maintaining landscapes, Grounds Assistants typically support more experienced staff with basic tasks, whereas Groundskeepers perform more hands-on maintenance and landscaping duties. The roles often overlap, but Groundskeepers usually require more specialized skills and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Grounds Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Grounds Assistant - Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Professional Grounds Services
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$18 - $20/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Job description


GROUNDS ASSISTANT
Reports to: Crew Lead
Pay Range depending on skill: $18/hr-$20/hr
Overview: The Assistant is responsible for assisting the Crew Lead with consistently delivering the highest quality grounds services in the industry, while remaining focused on productivity and profitability. Assistants are crew members for grounds care crews providing a wide array of grounds maintenance services.
Minimum Qualifications for all Field Employees:
  1. Ability to pass Federal eligibility requirements.
  2. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
  3. Have transportation to and from shop locations.
  4. Ability to walk and remain on foot for most of the work day.
  5. Ability to lift and carry fifty (50) pounds.

Specific Responsibilities:
  1. Effectively communicating with management, peers, supervisors, clients, and vendors.
  2. Maintaining truck, truck, and equipment to company standards.
  3. Meeting company standards regarding presentation of self.
  4. Following and promoting company safety rules.
  5. Ensuring that work is performed in the most productive manner.
  6. Minimizing expenses/costs of operations.
  7. Continually developing skills and knowledge.

Job descriptions and rates of pay shown below. All new hires receive a $100/month signing bonus for three months, and a 90-day evaluation with a $0.50/hour pay raise based on acceptable performance and attendance.
Level I Qualifications: starting pay $18.00/hour
  • Ability to assist with the operations of a grounds care work crew, using weed whip, edger and backpack blower.
  • Has the ability to use a shovel or snow blower in winter.
  • Must be able to use Exaktime to punch in and out.

Level II Qualifications: starting pay $19.00/hour
  • Level I Qualifications.
  • Knowledge and ability to operate all basic landscape maintenance and snow equipment including mowers, whips, edgers and blowers.
  • Has the ability to operate all sidewalk equipment in winter.

Level III Qualifications: starting pay $20.00/hr
  • Level II Qualifications.
  • Knowledge and ability to operate all landscape maintenance equipment including mowers, whips, edgers and blowers.
  • Combination of education and work experience indicating a capacity to advance to a grounds supervisor position.
  • Has a chauffeurs license and DOT card and is in training to become a full time crew lead.
  • Has the ability to operate a snow plow truck and all sidewalk equipment in winter.

Possession of a Pesticide Applicator's license. Core, 3A, 3B, & 6 can be added at any point with a $1.00 per hour increase in pay.
Disclaimer
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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