Groundskeeper Jobs in Maryland

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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Assistant Crew Leader - Landscape Maintenance

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 hour ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 hour ago

Assistant Crew Leader - Landscape Maintenance Location: Baltimore, MD, United States Job Category: Landscape Maintenance Description Assistant Field Manager - Landscape Maintenance Position Description...

Landscaping/Groundskeeper/Laborers

  • Severn, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Severn, MD
  • 1 day ago

un Landscaping/Groundskeeper/Laborers (Jessup/Columbia/Windsor Mill/Marriottsville) P&A's Lawn Care and Hauling Services compensation: $16 per hour more if you are experienced employment type: job title...

WHS Groundskeeper/Cat 1

  • Westminster, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 2 days ago

WHS Groundskeeper/Cat 1 JobID: 7063 Position Type: Custodial/Custodian Date Posted: 7/10/2025 Location: Westminster High School Closing Date: 07/24/2025 Please see the attached Job Description....

Groundskeeper Gardener

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago

Performs grounds maintenance activities including cultivating, planting, watering, fertilizing, weeding, mowing and/or pruning, in areas such as lawns, gardens, shrubs and trees....

Grounds Worker

  • Emmitsburg, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Emmitsburg, MD
  • 3 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: **GROUNDS** - Must be knowledgeable of all basic aspects of general landscaping, including planting, pruning, shearing, mulching, mowing, trimming, blowing, leaf...

Housekeeper/Groundskeeper

  • Rockville, MD
  • 3 days ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 3 days ago

Legend Management Group is a 100 fully COVID 19 vaccinated company and has a mandatory vaccination policy in place As our HousekeeperGroundskeeper you will upkeep the beauty of the community to...

Landscaping/Groundskeeper/Laborers

  • Harmans, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Harmans, MD
  • 4 days ago

P & A's Lawn Care and Hauling Services is a small local family owned landscaping business....

Groundskeeper

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 days ago

Performs ground maintenance activities including cultivating, planting, watering, fertilizing, hand weeding, mowing and/or pruning, lawn mowing, gardens, shrubs and trees....

FOREMAN GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 7:00am - 3:30pm; M-F

  • Upper Marlboro, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Upper Marlboro, MD
  • 5 days ago

Follows precise schedules prepared by supervisor for cutting, fertilizing, liming, seeding, and application of herbicides, pruning, etc. *4....

Groundskeeper Associate

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 8 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 8 days ago

Class Specific Essential Duties Mows, trims, edges grass areas. Weeds, cultivates and mulches flower and shrubbery beds. Plants, transplants and prunes trees, shrubs, and flowers....

Groundskeeper/Custodian, First Shift

  • Westminster, MD
  • 10 days ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 10 days ago

Groundskeeper/Custodian, First Shift JobID: 7022 Position Type: Custodial/Custodian Date Posted: 7/1/2025 Location: Manchester Valley High Closing Date: 07/16/2025 Please see the attached Job Description...

Groundskeeper Associate Community College of Baltimore County

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 10 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 10 days ago

Mows, trims, edges grass areas. Weeds, cultivates and mulches flower and shrubbery beds. Plants, transplants and prunes trees, shrubs, and flowers....

Groundskeeper Union

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 10 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 10 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Provides for well maintained Hospital grounds through the performance of grounds care duties, as established in grounds care program to include pruning, trimming, fertilizing, mowing, irrigation...

Groundskeeper

  • Easton, MD
  • 11 days ago
  • Easton, MD
  • 11 days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Mowing of greens, tees, fairways and roughs. Rake and maintain bunkers. Change flag positions....

Senior Groundskeeper

  • California, MD
  • 12 days ago
  • California, MD
  • 12 days ago

Performs re-conditioning and general maintenance of athletic fields to include but not limited to aerating, seeding, fertilizing, and irrigating; 8. Performs other duties as assigned.1....

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Local
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Salary for Groundskeeper Jobs in Maryland

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Groundskeeper positions.



Highest Education Level

Groundskeepers in Maryland 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 Maryland
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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