Groundskeeper Jobs in Orland Park, 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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Landscaping/ Lawn Maintenance crew leaders, laborer, installers,

  • New Lenox, IL (10 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Lenox, IL (10 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago

cutting/ bush trimming /aeration/dethatching/grading/drainage work -Ability to perform basic lawn maintenance on zero turn commercial mowers, edging, including cutting down perennials, bed clean-ups and mulching...

Groundskeeper (Union)

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Essential Job Function Maintains grounds property and common areas: Performs general clean-up; cuts lawns; trims and edges around walks, flowerbeds, and/or walls; prunes shrubs and trees to shape; rakes...

Grounds Worker I

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 7 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...

Grounds Maintenance 1st Shift

  • Midlothian, IL (5 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Midlothian, IL (5 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial Date Posted: 7/2/2025 Location: District Schools   Additional Information: Show/Hide BREMEN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 228 Midlothian, IL 60445...

Grounds Maintenance

  • Bedford Park, IL (8 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Bedford Park, IL (8 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 9 days ago

GDI provides best in class integrated, high level, facility maintenance services to The United States and Canada. We have more than 30,000 team members who will effectively contribute to the...

Groundskeeper 1st Shift

  • Midlothian, IL (5 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Midlothian, IL (5 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Posted: 6/30/2025 Location: Bremen High School   Additional Information: Show/Hide BREMEN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 228 Midlothian, IL 60445 NOTICE OF POSITION June 30, 2025 POSITION: Groundskeeper...

Lead Groundskeeper (FT), CF3N30312FOM

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 14 days ago

Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Under general supervision, performs work of moderate difficulty in all aspects of landscape maintenance including repair, demolition, construction, installation,...

Groundskeeper 1A

  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Groundskeeper works with a team to water, mow, and maintain campus grounds as directed....

Athletic Grounds Maintenance Laborer-Crossroads Sports Complex

  • New Lenox, IL (10 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Lenox, IL (10 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Type: Crossroads Sports Complex/Athletic Grounds Maintenance Laborer Date Posted: 6/9/2025   Additional Information: Show/Hide Full-Time Hiring Range $20.53 - $25.66 DOQ Flexible...

Joliet - Lawn Care Specialist / General Labor

  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ 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....

Cemetery Groundskeeper

  • Lemont, IL (8 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lemont, IL (8 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

In this position, you will also be responsible for: Performing all landscape maintenance duties such as weed-whacking, lawn mowing, etc. Maintaining equipment....

Grounds - 2025 Groundskeeper (CMV) (Seasonal)

  • Brookfield, IL (14 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Brookfield, IL (14 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

*Assists in horticultural tasks as directed, including mowing lawns, watering, weeding, mulching, planting, and other horticultural duties as assigned....

Lombard - Lawn Care Specialist / General Labor

  • Lombard, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lombard, IL (20 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 30+ 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....

Buildings and Grounds- Maintenance/Building Custodian (Anticipated Need)

  • Burbank, IL (9 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Burbank, IL (9 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Buildings and Grounds- Maintenance/Building Custodian (Anticipated Need) JobID: 264 Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Maintenance General Date Posted: 5/8/2025 Location: A.E.R.O. Therapeutic...

Groundskeeper - Summer Student Worker

  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (21 miles from Orland Park, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

The Grounds Department is accountable for performing the full range of basic tasks in the cleaning and maintenance of campus grounds. This includes but is not limited to maintenance of lawns,...

Demographic Data for Orland Park, IL

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Salary for Groundskeeper Jobs in Orland Park, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Groundskeeper positions.



Highest Education Level

Groundskeepers in Orland Park, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
41.8%
Bachelor's Degree
22.4%
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 Orland Park, 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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