Groundskeepers for hire in Columbia, SC

Find groundskeepers who manage landscape maintenance, oversee irrigation systems and ensure regulatory compliance while possessing skills in horticulture, equipment operation and pest management. Indeed Smart Sourcing matches you with quality talent in Columbia, SC to make your hiring faster and simpler.

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    candidates

    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills
    10%
    Leadership
    8%
    Heavy Lifting
    8%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED
    77%
    Bachelor's degree
    9%
    Associate's degree
    9%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    70%
    6-10 years
    30%
  • Current company

    • Greystar
    • Mars
    • Yellowstone Landscape
  • Time at current job

    1-2 years
    29%
    2-5 years
    29%
    More than 5 years
    29%

Browse Indeed's database of 601 profiles for Groundskeepers in Columbia, SC

Last updated: Nov 5, 2026

Groundskeeper: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Columbia, SC: $49,602 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $40,485 – $60,770 yearly
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  • Maintenance Technician

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    EPA Type IEPA 608 Technician CertificationCertified Pool OperatorDriver's LicensePesticide Applicator's LicenseEPA Refrigeration Certification+1 more

    Skills

    Service Technician ExperienceTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy Lifting
  • Landscaping Technician

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Property & Casualty LicenseCertified Pool OperatorPest Control LicenseDriver's LicenseIrrigator LicenseEPA Universal Certification+1 more

    Skills

    LeadershipHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCommunication SkillsPallet Jack
  • Groundskeeper

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    EPA CertificationEPA Type IF EndorsementDriver's LicenseOSHA 10TWIC Card+7 more

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingMechanic ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills
  • Driver/Landscaper

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Pool OperatorDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseServsafe Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipBuffing
  • Lawn Care Worker

    Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DDriver's License

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsLawn Care
  • Tree Cutter

    West Columbia, South Carolina

    Licenses & certifications

    IICRC CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class C

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

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What's the average time to fill a groundskeeper role?

The average time to fill a groundskeeper role is 51 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do groundskeepers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a groundskeeper include: communication skills, leadership and heavy lifting.

What licenses or certifications are common for groundskeepers?

Common licenses or certifications for groundskeepers include: Driver's License, Certified Pool Operator and Class D.

What are some job titles related to groundskeepers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to groundskeepers include: groundskeeper and maintenance, lawn care worker and groundskeeper/maintenance.

What level of education is common for a groundskeeper?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a groundskeeper in Columbia, SC, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a groundskeeper?

Most groundskeepers have 18 years of professional experience.

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