Year-Round Groundskeeper — Health Benefits & PTO

Landscape Design Concepts; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Year-round employment

Health benefits + 401(k)

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Job summary

Landscape Design Concepts is seeking a dependable Groundskeeper to maintain commercial outdoor spaces year-round in Jersey City, NJ. You will perform lawn care, planting, seasonal maintenance, and snow removal as part of a small and dedicated team.

The role involves following detailed instructions, working independently, and prioritizing safety. Experience is preferred, with on-the-job training available for the right candidate and potential for year-round employment.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work, including bending, shoveling, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Availability for extended hours and some weekend and holiday work; hours may vary with seasonal and event needs.
• Driver’s license preferred and advantageous for site operations.
• Minor outdoor repair skills and bilingual abilities are pluses.

Responsibilities

• Mow, edge, and trim lawns; prune trees and shrubs; plant flowers and ground cover; fertilize and mulch landscaped areas.
• Water plants according to seasonal needs and prep grounds for planting seasons.
• Remove leaves and support snow removal operations as part of year‑round maintenance.
• Safely operate and maintain mowers, blowers, tractors, and other groundskeeping equipment.
• Inspect grounds for trip hazards, damage, and pest issues; report and address problems promptly.
• Assist with outdoor event setup and cleanup.

Skills

Physical stamina

Detail-oriented

Team player

Driver’s license preferred

Education

New Jersey pesticide applicator or operator credential

Tools

Mowers

Blowers

Tractors

Job description

Landscape Design Concepts is seeking a dependable Groundskeeper to maintain commercial outdoor spaces year-round in Jersey City, NJ. You will perform lawn care, planting, seasonal maintenance, and snow removal as part of a small and dedicated team.

The role involves following detailed instructions, working independently, and prioritizing safety. Experience is preferred, with on-the-job training available for the right candidate and potential for year-round employment.