Groundskeeper
ぐらんどきーぱー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that manages and maintains turf, plantings, and facilities in sports facilities, parks, golf courses, and other fields.
Description
Groundskeepers keep the grounds of stadiums, sports fields, parks, and similar areas in the best possible condition by performing tasks such as turf mowing, irrigation, fertilization, topdressing, and soil improvement. They create work plans according to seasons and weather, operate machinery and tools safely, and perform maintenance. To ensure both the safety and comfort of facility users, they pay close attention to detail and use their knowledge of soil and plants to prevent problems in advance.
Future Outlook
Demand for maintenance of sports facilities and parks remains stable. With the promotion of urban greening and increased development of tourist facilities, the demand for highly specialized groundskeepers will continue in the future.
Personality Traits
Interested in the natural environment / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Full-time or contract employee / Outdoor work / Part-time or freelance possible / Seasonal fluctuations / Shift work
Career Path
Apprentice Groundskeeper → Groundskeeper → Chief Groundskeeper → Facility Management Supervisor → Landscaping Construction Management Technician
Required Skills
Agricultural Machinery Operation / Safety Management / Soil Knowledge / Turf Management
Recommended Skills
Basics of Landscaping Design / GPS/GIS Surveying Technology / Plant Pest and Disease Management / Soil Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To not miss surface irregularities or uncut areas. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Involves a lot of heavy outdoor labor, requiring physical stamina. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Involves a lot of routine work with little need for idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Green Advisor
- Landscaping Construction Management Technician
- Landscaping Skilled Worker
Aliases
- Field Keeper
- Grounds Manager
Related Jobs
- Greenkeeper
- Landscaper
- Landscaping Construction Management Technician
- Park Manager