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Grounds Director Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Maintenance - Grounds

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

This position also performs maintenance on grounds keeping equipment and tools, and makes minor repairs (within demonstrated capability) as directed. Position Duties/Responsibilities Primary ...

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Maintenance - Grounds

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

This position also performs maintenance on grounds keeping equipment and tools, and makes minor repairs (within demonstrated capability) as directed. Position Duties/Responsibilities Primary ...

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Maintenance - Grounds

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $18.25/hr

This position also performs maintenance on grounds keeping equipment and tools, and makes minor repairs (within demonstrated capability) as directed. Position Duties/Responsibilities Primary ...

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Grounds Maintenance

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

We're seeking a Full-Time Grounds Maintenance professional in the Indianapolis area to help keep ... Perform other related duties as directed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Consistently meet AAM ...

Grounds Maintenance

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

We're seeking a Full-Time Grounds Maintenance professional in the Indianapolis area to help keep ... Perform other related duties as directed. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Consistently meet AAM ...

Be Seen First

Utilize safe and proper techniques with use of grounds tools, equipment and applications at all ... Respond to and complete all district maintenance work orders as directed in a timely and efficient ...

Use as directed. · Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from ... and Grounds and the building principal. Secondary Functions of the Position: The following ...

Must be self-directed and have effective time management skills. Also, must take ownership of cleanliness and detailed care of the building and property grounds daily. The Maintenance Person ...

Must be self-directed and have effective time management skills. Also, must take ownership of cleanliness and detailed care of the building and property grounds daily. The Maintenance Person ...

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Grounds Director information

What does a grounds director do?

A typical week for a Grounds Director involves a blend of strategic planning, supervising grounds crews, managing budgets, and coordinating maintenance schedules. You’ll oversee landscape improvements, equipment maintenance, seasonal projects, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Collaborating with administrators, vendors, and other facility teams is common, and you may also handle training for staff or respond to urgent grounds-related issues. This role balances hands-on fieldwork with administrative responsibilities, offering variety and the opportunity to make a visible impact on the property.

What is a grounds director?

A Grounds Director is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, landscaping, and overall appearance of outdoor spaces for an organization. They manage teams of groundskeepers, coordinate maintenance schedules, and ensure facilities meet safety and aesthetic standards. The role often involves budgeting, equipment management, and collaboration with other departments to support special events or facility needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the grounds director position, and why are they important?

A successful Grounds Director needs extensive knowledge of horticulture, landscaping, facility management, and leadership, often supported by a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Experience with grounds management software, irrigation systems, and certifications such as Certified Grounds Manager (CGM) are highly valuable. Strong organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to motivate diverse teams are essential soft skills in this role. These competencies are critical to efficiently maintaining grounds, optimizing resources, and ensuring a safe, attractive environment for clients or the organization.

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Infographic showing various Grounds Director job openings in Indiana as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Maintenance - Grounds

macallistermachinery

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Description
Position Summary
This position performs semi-skilled work in the maintenance, care, and modification of grounds and landscapes which includes the operation of electrically-powered and gasoline-powered grounds keeping equipment and machines, and the use of small hand and power tools or equipment in planting, cultivating, and trimming grounds and landscaping. This position also performs maintenance on grounds keeping equipment and tools, and makes minor repairs (within demonstrated capability) as directed.
Position Duties/Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
• Performs tasks common to the care of grounds and landscapes by seeding, watering, mulching, fertilizing, and applying chemicals to outside plantings, lawns and turf, as well as inside flowers and cuttings used in transplanting; inspecting plant materials for insects, disease, physical and mechanical damage and identifying replacements; transplanting, pruning, trimming, and cultivating trees, shrubs, ground cover, and flowers; and storing and caring for bulbs and cuttings in the winter season.
• Performs regular and directed grounds and landscape maintenance by mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trimming and edging around trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers, sidewalks and buildings; weeding, thinning and cleaning flower beds and other grounds by hand or utilizing proper tools and equipment; and setting up, adjusting, repairing, and cleaning irrigation systems.
• Assists in preventing accidents resulting from snow or ice covered walkways; operating snow blowers, tractors or mowers with blades and using shovels to remove snow and spread sand, chat and salt on snow- or ice-covered surfaces.
• Applies chemicals used in grounds keeping (horticulture, turf management, and floriculture) properly and safely by wearing prescribed protective clothing, masks, and/or rubber gloves and boots, following either written or verbal directions for mixing chemical compounds according to specifications, applying the chemicals properly on grounds and landscapes designated for their use, and disposing of residual chemical products as directed or storing and labeling them for future use.
• Safely operates light vehicles such as pick-up trucks, tractors, street sweepers or riding mowers and portable power tools and equipment such as saws, grass trimmers, snow/leaf blowers, sprayers, paint machines and other grounds keeping equipment by obeying applicable traffic laws and following operator instructions, and wearing appropriate safety items such as goggles, gloves, or other appropriate protective clothing.
• Ensures that grounds maintenance equipment and building maintenance equipment are operational by performing routine and preventative maintenance and cleaning of tools, equipment and machines within reasonable capabilities.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
• No formal supervisory responsibilities
Position RequirementsRequired:
  • High School diploma or GED
  • Able to lift up 50lbs
  • Clear results from background check (employment, criminal, education, motor vehicle)
  • Dependable transportation
  • Strong work ethic and trustworthy