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Description

Grounds maintenance workers keep outdoor areas and landscapes well-maintained. The work is physical and outdoor: mowing, trimming, planting, clearing, and maintaining grounds, paths, and outdoor structures, keeping the exterior of properties tidy and attractive through the seasons.

They work for institutions, businesses, and property managers. The role suits fit, reliable people who enjoy outdoor work, don't mind physical labour in all weather, can operate grounds equipment and maintain landscapes, and take pride in keeping the outdoor spaces of a property looking well-kept throughout the changing seasons.

Dimensions

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Career path

Training time 3–12 months
Training type Vocational certificate
Transition difficulty
5/10 · Moderate
Growth Potential

Labor statistics estimates from 2023–2033

2.4%

Entry-level salary

AI outlook

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