Groundskeeper Jobs in Irvine, CA

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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Gardener Groundskeeper

  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

Incumbent performs all functions necessary to maintain plant collection health and visitor safety, including path clearing, weed control, watering, pruning, planting, sod laying, mowing, trimming, digging...

Landscape Maintenance Tech No Experience Needed

  • Lake Forest, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

un Landscape Maintenance Tech No Experience Needed Yard Techs image 1 of 1 compensation: $21.50 $23.00 an hour based on experience. employment type: job title: Landscape Maintenance Tech Imagine starting...

Groundskeeper #659

  • Pomona, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pomona, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Employer The Pomona Unified School District, in partnership with parents and community, provides a well-rounded, challenging, and quality educational program that develops character and...

Experienced Landscape Maintenance Tech Residential OC

  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 2 days ago

We want candidates with extensive experience in Residential Landscape Maintenance, that can work independently and do the right thing when no one is looking....

Landscape Maintenance Tech No Experience Needed

  • Foothill Ranch, CA (5 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Foothill Ranch, CA (5 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago

At Yard Techsthe top residential landscape maintenance company in Southern Californiawere not just offering a job; were inviting you to join a growing team where every day is an opportunity to learn...

Landscape Maintenance Tech

  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago

At Yard Techsthe top residential landscape maintenance company in Southern Californiawere not just offering a job; were inviting you to join a growing team where every day is an opportunity to learn...

Grounds/Maintenance Tech I - Full Time - Days - 8hr QVH

  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Minimum Experience Requirement: One to two years experience in professional grounds maintenance and lawn care. Healthcare facilities maintenance or industrial maintenance is a plus....

Temporary Park Maintenance Worker - Jurupa Valley

  • Jurupa Valley, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Jurupa Valley, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 9 days ago

; answer public inquiries and complaints concerning reserve operations and maintenance weed abatement, mowing of habitat management units, weed whipping roadsides, restoration (invasive plant removal...

Yard Specialist - Santa Fe Springs, CA

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 days ago

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Groundskeeper / Porter for an Apartment Community

  • Lake Forest, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 days ago

InterSolutions is hiring dependable, enthusiastic, hard-working individuals to fill Apartment Porter and Janitor positions! This is the perfect opportunity to get your foot in the door for a...

Lead Grounds Maintenance Worker

  • Walnut, CA (19 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Walnut, CA (19 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Evaluates the grounds and landscaped areas and determines pruning, irrigation, and fertilization needs, and weed, insect, and pest control tasks....

Caltrans Landscape Maintenance Leadworker

  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 days ago

The incumbent works individually or leads a crew performing tasks related to landscape maintenance work; maintains functional and landscape plantings; weed and insect control; soil sterilization; mixing...

Groundskeeper

  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 23 days ago

OVERVIEW Groundskeepers perform a variety of landscaping maintenance and snow removal duties, (where applicable)....

Part-Time Groundskeeper (REF8120B)

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 27 days ago

Company DescriptionMultifamily Property ManagementJob Description Property Name: Mercado Apartments 832 S D St, Perris, CA 92570, USA Part-Time Unit Count: 60The Groundskeeper/Porter is responsible...

Porter / Groundskeeper for an Apartment Community

  • Aliso Viejo, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Aliso Viejo, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 28 days ago

InterSolutions is hiring dependable, enthusiastic, hard-working individuals to fill Apartment Porter and Janitor positions! This is the perfect opportunity to get your foot in the door for a...

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Salary for Groundskeeper Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Groundskeeper positions.



Highest Education Level

Groundskeepers in Irvine, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
42.1%
Bachelor's Degree
22.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.8%
Associate's Degree
10.9%
Master's Degree
4.7%
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 Irvine, CA
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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