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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 ...

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 ...

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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 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 Grounds Assistants?

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 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 July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.
RV Park Grounds Assistant

$18 - $19/hr

Other

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Description

When you join the StorQuest Self Storage family, you're tapping into the power of a different kind of brand. As William Warren Group (WWG) companies, StorQuest and William Warren Properties (WWP) seek motivated individuals who can contribute to our evolving culture. If you want to be a part of a creative, inspiring, and collaborative environment you are in the right place. 


The RV Park Grounds Assistant is responsible for maintaining the property facilities, equipment, grounds and facilitating the day-to-day operations of the RV Park under the direction of the RV Park General Manager and Grounds Supervisor.


How You'll Make a Difference:

  • Responding to, completing and documenting all assigned service requests/work orders efficiently, courteously and in a timely manner - within one (1) business day whenever possible.
  • Resolving maintenance issues including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and appliance repair while taking preventative measures to maintain a clean and safe worksite.
  • Responding promptly to company calls, including prioritization of service requests and/or schedules; Lawn Care, cleaning, snow removal and maintenance of grounds, and common areas, as necessary.
  • Ensuring the overall cleanliness and organization of the maintenance shop or storage areas.
  • Maintains tool and supply inventory.
  • Providing customers with outstanding customer service and representing the brand positively and professionally at all times.
  • Providing updates to the General Manager and/or Grounds Supervisor regarding work order status, customer communication and concerns, suggestive preventative maintenance, observed safety violations, and additional findings that impact the property.
  • Reporting customer service, operational, safety and security concerns to management to resolve in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Performing on-call duties as determined by the manager.
  • Maintaining the physical condition of the community.
  • Complying with all state, federal and local laws.
  • Complying with company policies and state & federal safety practices and regulations.
  • All other duties as assigned.

About You:

  • 1-3 years preferred experience with resolving maintenance issues including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and appliance repair while taking preventative measures to maintain a clean and safe worksite.
  • Degree in Hospitality/Recreation/Tourism Management preferred.
  • RV Park/Resort Experience preferred.
  • Campspot Software Experience preferred.
  • 1-3 years preferred experience with suggesting preventative maintenance, observing safety violations, and additional findings that impact the property.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.
  • Must be able to work weekends.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) including active listening
  • Relationship skills: ability to develop and sustain cooperative working relationships - both internal and external.
  • Organizational skills/Multi-tasking: Exceptional organization skills with the ability to allocate one's time effectively, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines; ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities; ability to prioritize workload; and an ability to work at a detailed level.
  • Strong accountability combined with strong work ethic and enthusiasm for teamwork
  • Energetic self-starter with an ability to thrive in a fast paced environment.
  • Intrapersonal: A willingness to learn in a dynamic environment that includes new ideas and innovation, intellectually curious, adaptable and ambitious.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

  • Ability to walk, bend, stand, and stoop frequently.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently.
  • Ability to push up to 50 lbs frequently.
  • Ability to lift above head frequently.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed or required.
  • Ability to operate tools and maintenance equipment using manual dexterity of hands and arms.
  • Ability to communicate in written and verbal format frequently.
  • Ability to operate a cell phone and/or other technical devices used by the company frequently.
  • The above essential duties and responsibilities may change or be updated due to business needs. 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to be able to speak and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision. Regular and consistent attendance at the assigned location is required.


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Equal Employment Opportunity

WWP is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. WWP is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.


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