RCK - GROUNDSKEEPER

Kampgrounds-of-America; Rockport (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain an attractive outdoor space across our parks. You will mow, edge, prune, weed, and perform basic repairs to keep grounds safe and welcoming for guests.

Responsibilities include operating landscaping equipment, applying fertilizers and pesticides, supporting irrigation, and assisting with carpentry or plumbing tasks as needed. A can-do attitude and teamwork are essential in our outdoor hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of gardening techniques.
• Working knowledge with sprinkler systems and other landscaping equipment.
• Understanding of fertilizer, pesticide, and gasoline dispensing.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Mows, trims, weeds, and maintains lawns and shrubs.
• Follows safety guidelines for operation of equipment and chemicals.
• Operates and maintains landscaping equipment, trucks, golf carts, and power tools.
• Applies insecticides, fertilizers, and chemical sprays for plant health.
• Assists in irrigation audits and repairs.
• Participates in maintenance and landscaping projects.
• Assists with carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
• Provides friendly, service-oriented interactions with guests.
• Maintains property according to QA procedures.

Skills

Gardening techniques

Sprinkler systems

Landscaping equipment

Fertilizer and pesticide handling

Ability to work nights weekends and/or

Teamwork

Independent work

Valid Driver’s License

Job description

Posted Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world’s largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative.

Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA) is the world’s largest network of privately owned campgrounds and the leader in outdoor hospitality. KOA has 500+ locations across the United States and Canada including a mix of franchised and company-owned parks (OAK). Founded in 1962, the mission of KOA is “connecting people to the outdoors and each other,” and those who represent the brand share the values of being family-oriented, passionate, entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and innovative.

At KOA, we believe the outdoors is fun and for everyone. We are committed to having an environment where all are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to:

• intentionally create a sense of community and belonging for our guests, employees and franchise partners


• continually educate ourselves and expand our knowledge to foster an inclusive and supportive environment


• sustain a culture that promotes diversity of thought and experiences


• ensure everyone has the ability to experience the outdoors and that our facilities are accessible to all


• drive change in our company and industry through action and implementation

Summary:

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining a visually appealing and functional outdoor space. The Groundskeeper performs a variety of tasks such as mowing grass, raking, pruning, weeding, pest control and trash removal. This position is responsible for proper maintenance of equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs daily lawncare to include mowing, weeding, raking, trimming, watering, and seeding of lawns and shrubbery.


• Follows all safety guidelines for the operation of equipment and handling of chemicals.


• Operates and maintains landscaping equipment, trucks, golf carts, and power tools.


• Operates and maintains hand tools, such as loppers, saws, and shovels efficiently.


• Utilize insecticides, fertilizers, and chemical sprays to treat diseases.


• Assists in conducting irrigation audits and performing irrigation repairs.


• Participates in different maintenance or landscaping projects.


• Remove snow by shovel or snow blower.


• Perform carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.


• Approach all encounters with guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented manner.


• Prioritize tasks based upon importance and urgency with conscious planning and thoughtful decision making.


• Maintain property by following the quality assurance manual.

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Education and Experience:

• Knowledge of gardening techniques.


• Working knowledge with sprinkler systems and other landscaping equipment.


• Understanding of fertilizer, pesticide, and gasoline dispensing.


• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.


• Capable of working independently and as part of a team.


• Valid Driver’s License

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Work is performed primarily outdoors and may involve exposure to varying weather conditions


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly, lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally with assistance.


• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, push, pull, reach overhead and move safely over uneven terrain.


• Use of repetitive motion, standing, bending, sitting, lifting, and walking.


• Noise levels may be moderate to loud.


• May be exposed to dust, pollen, grasses, landscaping, and various chemicals and moving mechanical equipment.


• Use of personal protective equipment required where necessary.


• Will experience occasional interruptions and shifting priorities.


• Valid driver’s license required, this position may be expected to drive a motorized vehicle which requires close and distance vision, sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, etc.

KOA does not sponsor Visas

KOA currently does not pay or withhold taxes in the following states:

• Alabama


• Idaho


• North Dakota


• Louisiana


• Rhode Island


• Delaware


• Mississippi


• South Dakota


• District of Columbia


• Vermont


• Hawaii


• New Hampshire

Kampgrounds Of America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to provide an environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect. The company is committed to fair treatment of all people. This value ensures employees and candidates are treated equally and are protected from discrimination or harassment of any kind. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors, or any other protected status.