Groundkeeper
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that maintains and manages turf and facilities at grounds such as stadiums and parks, providing users with a safe and comfortable environment.
Description
A groundkeeper maintains and manages turf, soil, and equipment at sports stadiums, parks, school facilities, and other grounds, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for users. Duties include operating mowing machines and irrigation systems, fertilizing, soil improvement, inspecting and repairing drainage channels, line marking, and more. Planned maintenance is required based on weather conditions and usage. Primarily outdoor work requires flexibility to weather and seasonal changes, while collaborating with facility managers and team staff.
Future Outlook
Amid expanding demand for maintenance of sports facilities and parks and growing interest in high-quality fields, demand for highly specialized groundkeepers is expected to remain stable going forward.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Interested in natural environments / Meticulous / Physically fit
Work Style
Career Path
Grounds staff → Senior groundkeeper → Facility management supervisor → Facility manager
Required Skills
Irrigation system operation / Machine maintenance / Mower operation / Soil management techniques
Recommended Skills
Knowledge of pesticides and fertilizers / Line marking work / Meteorology knowledge / Safety and health management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because fine turf height and line uniformity determine quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to heavy labor and long hours of outdoor work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because accurate execution of routine tasks is required more than generating novel ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because numerical analysis is hardly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Landscape construction management technician (Grades 1 & 2)
- Landscape skills certification
Aliases
- Ground manager
- Pitch manager
- Turf manager
Related Jobs
- Greenkeeper
- Landscaper
- Sports facility manager