Groundskeeper Jobs in Alsip, IL

A Groundskeeper in the landscaping industry plays an integral role in maintaining the aesthetic and functional aspects of outdoor spaces. They are responsible for a wide variety of tasks which may include mowing lawns, pruning trees and shrubs, fertilizing plants, maintaining irrigation systems, and removing waste and litter. They also assist in diagnosing and treating plant diseases and pests, ensuring the health and vitality of all flora within their care. Additionally, they may assist with landscape design and installation, providing input based on their extensive knowledge of plant care and growth requirements.

As for skills and certifications, proficient groundskeepers should possess a strong knowledge of horticulture and landscaping techniques. Some positions may require a certification or degree in horticulture, landscaping, or a related field. Essential skills include physical stamina, attention to detail, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to operate and maintain various types of landscaping equipment. Prior to becoming a Groundskeeper, a person may have roles such as a Landscaping Laborer, a Nursery Assistant, or a Garden Center Employee. These jobs offer valuable hands-on experience and understanding of plants and outdoor maintenance, serving as stepping stones towards a Groundskeeper position.

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Buildings and Grounds Manager

  • Blue Island, IL (3 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Blue Island, IL (3 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Administration - Buildings &Grounds Date Posted: 4/28/2025 Location: Buildings and Grounds Department Date Available: ASAP    Job Summary: Under the direction of the...

Grounds Worker I

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Duties & Responsibilities: Participate in a team, providing a variety of landscape maintenance duties including watering, snow removal, mowing, weeding, trimming, edging, renovating, and fertilizing...

Summer Buildings and Grounds Worker

  • Wheaton, IL (23 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (23 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian Date Posted: 4/25/2025 Location: Bloomingdale School District 13 District Office District:   Bloomingdale School District 13    See...

Provisional Groundskeeper

  • Saint John, IN (20 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint John, IN (20 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Other duties as assigned High school diploma preferred Ability and experience operating landscape maintenance machinery, Including: zero turn mowers chain saw hedge trimmer other small landscape tools...

Groundskeeper (5079) (District 230)

  • Orland Park, IL (6 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (6 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Certifications: N/A Experience: Some experience in lawn care helpful....

Groundskeeper (5079)

  • Orland Park, IL (6 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (6 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Certifications: N/A Experience: Some experience in lawn care helpful....

Bilingual Apartment Porter / Groundskeeper for an Apartment Community

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 6 days ago

InterSolutions is hiring for full and part-time Porter, Janitor, and Groundskeeper positions. We're looking for reliable, hard-working individuals to apply now....

Experienced Groundskeeper (5079)

  • Orland Park, IL (6 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (6 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Certifications: N/A Experience: Some experience in lawn care helpful....

Marquette Park Golf Course Groundskeeper

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Operates small machinery to assist with edging, trimming and mowing. Prepares soil beds for sod, seed and vegetative material....

Groundskeeper - JR29573-3800

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Mows and trims turf areas, rakes and removes leaves; inspects areas keeps them free of trash and debris....

Groundskeeper

  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 12 days ago

Mows and trims turf areas, rakes and removes leaves; inspects areas keeps them free of trash and debris....

Athletic Grounds Maintenance Laborer-Crossroads Sports Complex

  • New Lenox, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • New Lenox, IL (16 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 15 days ago

Position Type: Crossroads Sports Complex/Athletic Grounds Maintenance Laborer Date Posted: 4/14/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Full-Time Hiring Range $20.53 - $25.66 DOQ Flexible...

Head Groundskeepers

  • Rosemont, IL (24 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (24 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Manage all field prep including, but not limited to, turf management, fertilization and disease control, edging, mound and plate prep, warning track maintenance, and infield playing surface maintenance...

Schiller Park - Lawn Care Specialist / General Labor

  • Lombard, IL (20 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Lombard, IL (20 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 18 days ago

You drive company vehicles to customer locations, where you work to efficiently provide lawn care, lawn aeration, mowing, tree/shrub care and pruning, mosquito control, and snow removal....

Groundskeeper

  • Justice, IL (7 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Justice, IL (7 miles from Alsip, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Uphold grounds by mowing lawns and trimming edges; removing weeds; watering lawns, shrubs, flowers, and trees; repairing and adjusting water sprinklers; pruning shrubs; planting flower beds....

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Salary for Groundskeeper Jobs in Alsip, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Groundskeeper positions.



Highest Education Level

Groundskeepers in Alsip, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
42.0%
Bachelor's Degree
22.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.8%
Associate's Degree
10.9%
Master's Degree
4.8%
Some College
3.1%
Some High School
2.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Groundskeepers in Alsip, IL
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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