Groundskeeper

About the role

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, appearance, safety, and overall condition of the organization’s exterior grounds, public spaces, walkways, parking areas, and surrounding property. This role performs a variety of groundskeeping, cleaning, and general exterior maintenance duties to ensure the facility consistently reflects a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for guests, visitors, team members, artists, and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness, appearance, and presentation standards throughout exterior grounds, walkways, plazas, parking areas, entryways, public gathering spaces, benches, stairways, elevators, and surrounding property areas.
• Perform routine exterior cleaning duties including sweeping, litter removal, trash collection, gum removal, graffiti removal, pressure washing, and debris cleanup.
• Operate groundskeeping and maintenance equipment safely and effectively, including but not limited to blowers, edgers, sweepers, power washers, golf carts, and related tools and equipment.
• Monitor exterior areas for cleanliness, safety hazards, maintenance concerns, irrigation issues, or operational needs and report concerns timely to Facilities management.
• Aid in maintaining outdoor seating areas, public spaces, and special property features to ensure they remain clean, safe, and in good working order.
• Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of drains, gutters, troughs, and related exterior infrastructure.
• Support daily trash removal and waste management efforts throughout the property.
• Hand water landscaping areas and assist with routine irrigation monitoring and inspections as assigned.
• Assist landscaping contractors with minor cleanup efforts and daily grounds support activities.
• Maintain equipment, tools, and assigned work areas in a clean, organized, and operational condition.
• Complete assigned daily logs, work records, or related documentation accurately and timely.
• Support Housekeeping and Facilities operations with interior and exterior cleaning duties as needed, including assigned interior stairwell cleaning.
• Aid with event-related exterior maintenance, setup, breakdown, and operational needs as assigned.
• Aid with seasonal or deep-cleaning projects of exterior property areas.
• Follow proper handling, storage, and use of cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Perform all duties in accordance with organizational policies, operational procedures, and established safety guidelines.
• Support the Facilities department with additional projects, initiatives, and operational needs as assigned.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of experience in groundskeeping, landscape maintenance, custodial services, facilities maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience operating groundskeeping tools, equipment, and power machinery preferred.
• Experience working in commercial properties, hospitality, entertainment venues, or large public facilities preferred.
• Basic knowledge of exterior cleaning methods, landscape upkeep, irrigation monitoring, and general grounds maintenance practices preferred.

Skills

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Successful completion of a required background check and pre-employment drug screening is required.
• Excellent and professional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with team members, leadership, contractors, vendors, and guests as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high cleanliness, safety, and presentation standards.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Strong organizational, dependability, and teamwork skills with the ability to support collaborative departmental operations.
• Working knowledge of groundskeeping tools, equipment, exterior cleaning methods, and general maintenance practices preferred.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment and motorized tools in accordance with operational and safety guidelines.
• Ability to identify, report, and assist in resolving routine maintenance, safety, or property appearance concerns in a timely manner.
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle responsibilities with professionalism and accountability.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while effectively prioritizing assigned responsibilities and managing time efficiently.
• Availability to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as determined by operational needs.

Benefits

We offer:

• Creative and collaborative work culture
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employee Assistance Program - including counseling, wellness programs, and financial support services
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA) options to help you save on eligible medical expenses with pre-tax dollars
• Generous Paid Time Off Plan
• Paid Holidays and Personal Holiday Time
• 401(k) retirement savings plan eligibility on your start date with employer match
• Employer-paid disability insurance coverage
• Supplemental benefits are offered, such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage, pet insurance, and employee-only discounts
• Exclusive early access, employee discounts, and complimentary tickets to world-class performances and events
• Discounts on Starbucks products and merchandise
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations