Groundskeeper Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
12 hours ago

Naperville, IL (23 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
12 hours ago

A working knowledge of basic grounds keeping and landscaping operations and techniques....

Cary, IL (21 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
3 days ago

Cary, IL (21 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
3 days ago

In this position, you will also be responsible for: Performing all landscape maintenance duties such as weed-whacking, lawn mowing, etc. Maintaining equipment....

Seasonal Parks Grounds Maintenance

Deerfield, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
4 days ago

Deerfield, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
4 days ago

Mow, trim, aerate, irrigate, over-seed, and install sod for turf maintenance. Operate and maintain landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and small hand tools....

Groundskeeper - Seasonal

Elgin, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
5 days ago

Elgin, IL (17 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
5 days ago

Position Type: Summer Vacancies/ Plant Operations Date Posted: 3/6/2025 Location: Plant Operations Department Date Available: 05/27/2025 Closing Date: Until Filled Position / Title: Seasonal Groundskeeper...

Lawn Care Specialist

Lake Zurich, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
6 days ago

Lake Zurich, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
6 days ago

Turf Guys is looking to train such an individual. (2) Positions are available -- Assistant Technician & Technician Assistant Technician: No previous lawn care experience required....

Grounds - Senior Groundskeeper (Arborist focus)

Brookfield, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
6 days ago

Brookfield, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
6 days ago

*Performs general park duties, landscape maintenance, and horticulture in accordance with routine departmental operating procedures. Maintains work records as directed....

Marquette Park Golf Course Groundskeeper

Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
7 days ago

Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
7 days ago

Pay Rate: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour Key Responsibilities of the Greenskeeper I: Performs general landscape maintenance using hand held equipment Rakes and maintains sand bunkers....

Exterior Maintenance / Grounds Keeper

Palatine, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
8 days ago

Palatine, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
8 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Palatine & surrounding NW suburbs - IL Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Diploma/GED Certificate Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Shift : Business...

Grounds Crew

Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
9 days ago

Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
9 days ago

The Groundskeeper is a key member of the course maintenance team and is responsible for the landscaping and maintenance around the golf course....

Landscape & Groundskeeper Worker

Barrington, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
10 days ago

Barrington, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
10 days ago

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Horticulture Worker (Full Time)

Skokie, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
15 days ago

Skokie, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
15 days ago

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work! Prepare and care for the growth of seasonal plantings from plugs or bulb...

Lawn Maintenance Services Company Needed!

Libertyville, IL (16 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
18 days ago

Libertyville, IL (16 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
18 days ago

compensation: Per Work Order Our residential property management company is seeking qualified landscape/ lawn maintenance contractors in your area to complete residential landscape/ lawn maintenance...

FT Assistant Groundskeeper - Soldier Field ASM Global

Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
20 days ago

Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
20 days ago

Groundskeeper at Soldier Field....

Internship Arrowhead Golf Club Golf Grounds Maintenance - Seasonal

Wheaton, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
23 days ago

Wheaton, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
23 days ago

Working knowledge of the golf course maintenance practices....

Landscape Maintenance Worker 1 (PT)

Northbrook, IL (5 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
28 days ago

Northbrook, IL (5 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
28 days ago

treatment, if properly licensed. • May train and coach seasonal landscape maintenance workers throughout day-to-day work assignments (experienced seasonal crew members only as assigned) • Report any...

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Demographic Data for Des Plaines, IL

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Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Des Plaines, IL

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National

Total Population

91,939

Number of Businesses

3,014

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for Groundskeeper Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Groundskeeper positions.

Highest Education Level

Groundskeepers in Des Plaines, IL offer the following education background

High School or GED

49.9%

Vocational Degree or Certification

16.5%

Bachelor's Degree

15.0%

Associate's Degree

8.8%

Master's Degree

3.3%

Some College

3.2%

Some High School

2.9%

Doctorate Degree

0.4%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Groundskeepers in Des Plaines, IL

1-2 years

39.9%

Less than 1 year

35.6%

None

17.0%

4-6 years

3.5%

10+ years

3.2%

2-4 years

0.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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