Groundskeepers for hire in Newark, NJ
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills11%Organizational Skills10%Time Management9%Education level
High school diploma or GED84%Vocational or technical training7%Associate's degree7%Years of experience
1-2 years8%3-5 years26%6-10 years22%Current company
NYC Department of Parks & Recreation
Time at current job
Less than a year15%1-2 years4%2-5 years59%
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Last updated: Sep 10, 2026
Groundskeeper: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Newark, NJ: $66,082 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $60,089 – $72,672 yearly
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Groundskeeper
Jersey City, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Flagger CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourOSHA 10Driver's LicenseElectric Pallet Jack CertificationPesticide Applicator's License+2 moreSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingGroundskeepingGroundskeeper
West New York, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardClass D SecurityPassenger EndorsementSchool Bus EndorsementOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourAir Brake Endorsement+6 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipHeavy LiftingService Technician ExperienceHand ToolsOSHA (Regulatory Compliance Area)Groundskeeper/Maintenance
Jersey City, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Class DGuard CardClass D SecuritySORAFirearms LicenseDriver's License+3 moreSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementDelivery DrivingDelivery Driver ExperienceEVS Housekeeping
Newark, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Tanker EndorsementOSHA 10Driver's LicenseCDL BFood Handler CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipHeavy LiftingGroundsman/Foreman
Newark, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRPesticide Applicator's LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLeadershipCommunication SkillsOTRPorter/Groundskeeper
Newark, New Jersey
Licenses & certifications
Forklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationHVAC CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHost/Hostess ExperienceTime ManagementHeavy LiftingGroundskeeping
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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, organizational skills and time management.
What licenses or certifications are common for a groundskeeper?
Common licenses or certifications for groundskeepers include: Driver's License, Guard Card and OSHA 10.
What are some job titles related to groundskeepers?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to groundskeepers include: porter/groundskeeper, EVS housekeeping 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 Newark, NJ, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a groundskeeper?
Most groundskeepers have 12 years of professional experience.
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