Some of the most common duties of a Groundskeeper are:

• Mowing lawns
• Trimming hedges
• Watering plants
• Installing sprinkler and irrigation systems
• Preparing outdoor areas for various weather conditions by weatherproofing, covering outdoor furniture with tarps, tying down unsecured items, etc.
• Maintaining gardens and lawns, including planting, fertilizing, weeding, soil conditioning, mulching and applying pesticides
• Operating and maintaining garden and landscaping equipment
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Knowledge of gardening products such as fertilizers and pesticides
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for long periods of time
• A valid drivers license