What it pays
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Half of all Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers in the U.S. earn more than $39,150 a year — the middle 80% land between $31,150 and $56,730. About 952,640 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Elementary occupations earn about ₹11,530 a month on average — around ₹1.4 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$39,150typical pay / year
952,640people in this work
$56,730+top 10% earn
₹1.4 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Operate landscaping equipment and tools
+Inspect and start the ride-on mower, hedge trimmer and blower, log fuel and maintenance checks, operate…
Operate landscaping equipment and tools
+Inspect and start the ride-on mower, hedge trimmer and blower, log fuel and maintenance checks, operate equipment to prune hedges and clear the central lawns, and file the equipment use and service note with parks dispatch before shift end.
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Remove litter and debris
+Walk the north picnic area and playground, pick up all litter and debris into the green waste bags, separate…
Remove litter and debris
+Walk the north picnic area and playground, pick up all litter and debris into the green waste bags, separate recyclables, compact full bags at the service gate, and report any hazardous waste or large items to Supervisor Reyes by 3pm today.
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Mow lawns and trim grass
+Mow the central sports field to two inches, edge along sidewalks and flower beds, collect and remove…
Mow lawns and trim grass
+Mow the central sports field to two inches, edge along sidewalks and flower beds, collect and remove clippings from the goal areas, sharpen the mower blades afterward, and log the completed shift in the crew logbook.
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Mulch landscapes
+Spread three inches of mulch around the north and south shrub beds, keep mulch two inches from trunks, rake…
Mulch landscapes
+Spread three inches of mulch around the north and south shrub beds, keep mulch two inches from trunks, rake level, replenish the playground borders, and record quantities used and remaining in the yard inventory.
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Learning1
Plan or cultivate lawns or gardens.
+Survey the east lawn and rose beds, mark compacted or bare patches, order soil and seed for regrading,…
Plan or cultivate lawns or gardens.
+Survey the east lawn and rose beds, mark compacted or bare patches, order soil and seed for regrading, schedule the turf prep crew for Tuesday morning, and note irrigation changes needed before planting.
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Keeping the record1
Install sprinkler systems
+Layout sprinkler heads for the community garden beds, dig trenches to the marked depths, install piping and…
Install sprinkler systems
+Layout sprinkler heads for the community garden beds, dig trenches to the marked depths, install piping and heads according to the zone plan, test each zone for coverage, and hand the as-built notes to Foreman Ortega when finished.
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The daily work15
Advise customers on plant selection or care.
+Advise the Johnsons at Pond View picnic area which low-water, shade-tolerant shrubs will thrive under the oak…
Advise customers on plant selection or care.
+Advise the Johnsons at Pond View picnic area which low-water, shade-tolerant shrubs will thrive under the oak canopy, explain seasonal care and pests, and email a one-page care sheet and plant list to them before Friday.
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Prune trees, shrubs, and hedges
+Prune the overgrown lindens along Park Loop between Bench 4 and the playground to clear three metres of…
Prune trees, shrubs, and hedges
+Prune the overgrown lindens along Park Loop between Bench 4 and the playground to clear three metres of sightline, remove deadwood, shape for clearance under power lines, and log hours and hazards on the daily work sheet before leaving.
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Install or repair fences and structures
+Install a three-panel split-rail fence around the new community garden plot, set posts to frost depth, repair…
Install or repair fences and structures
+Install a three-panel split-rail fence around the new community garden plot, set posts to frost depth, repair the broken gate hinge, tighten all fastenings, and photograph the finished run for the maintenance record.
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Remove dead or damaged trees
+Remove the large dead ash by the north path, cordon the area, cut into manageable sections, grind the stump…
Remove dead or damaged trees
+Remove the large dead ash by the north path, cordon the area, cut into manageable sections, grind the stump flush, haul debris to the yard, and note tree ID and removal reason in the park tree log before you go.
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Attach wires from planted trees to support stakes.
+Attach two flexible ties from each newly planted maple on Orchard Row to its stakes at trunk height, check…
Attach wires from planted trees to support stakes.
+Attach two flexible ties from each newly planted maple on Orchard Row to its stakes at trunk height, check tension so the tree can move slightly, trim excess webbing, and mark completion on the planting roster.
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Decorate gardens with stones or plants.
+Dress the cottage garden beds with river stones along the front path, tuck in seasonal violas at 15cm…
Decorate gardens with stones or plants.
+Dress the cottage garden beds with river stones along the front path, tuck in seasonal violas at 15cm spacing, firm soil around new plants, and photograph the bed for the weekly garden update.
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Shape landforms to improve usability and aesthetics
+Reshape the low-lying slope by moving soil from the eastern berm to create a gentle walkable terrace, compact…
Shape landforms to improve usability and aesthetics
+Reshape the low-lying slope by moving soil from the eastern berm to create a gentle walkable terrace, compact and grade it for proper drainage, seed with turf mix, and leave access for the sprinkler line by Friday morning.
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Water and fertilize plants to promote healthy growth
+Carry out the weekly watering and feeding round: hand-water the new shrubs on the south border until runoff,…
Water and fertilize plants to promote healthy growth
+Carry out the weekly watering and feeding round: hand-water the new shrubs on the south border until runoff, apply slow-release granular fertilizer to the perennial beds at recommended rates, and note any plants needing extra attention in the log before lunch.
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Install and maintain water features like ponds
+Excavate and level the pond basin to the marked contours, install the liner and pump on a gravel pad,…
Install and maintain water features like ponds
+Excavate and level the pond basin to the marked contours, install the liner and pump on a gravel pad, backfill edges, test circulation and top-up water, then plant marginals around the edge and record installation details for maintenance.
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Use irrigation methods to adjust the amount of water consumption and to prevent waste.
+Adjust sprinkler run times and zone schedules across the east flower beds and north lawn to cut overnight…
Use irrigation methods to adjust the amount of water consumption and to prevent waste.
+Adjust sprinkler run times and zone schedules across the east flower beds and north lawn to cut overnight runtime by 30 percent, inspect heads for leaks, replace any leaking nozzles, and log actual minutes per zone on the park irrigation sheet before noon Friday.
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Shovel snow from walks, driveways, or parking lots, and spread salt in those areas.
+Clear snow from the main visitor walk, playground access, and the staff parking apron to bare pavement,…
Shovel snow from walks, driveways, or parking lots, and spread salt in those areas.
+Clear snow from the main visitor walk, playground access, and the staff parking apron to bare pavement, spread rock salt only on treated surfaces and stairs, pile shoveled snow where it will not block drains, and report completed areas and salt used to the foreman by end of shift.
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Maintain irrigation systems, including winterizing the systems and starting them up in spring.
+Winterize the irrigation network on the east fields today: blow out lateral lines, drain valve boxes, tag and…
Maintain irrigation systems, including winterizing the systems and starting them up in spring.
+Winterize the irrigation network on the east fields today: blow out lateral lines, drain valve boxes, tag and shut down the controller, then schedule the spring startup for March 20 with checks for broken pipes and a full pressure test before activating zones.
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Care for natural turf fields, making sure the underlying soil has the required composition to allow proper drainage and to support the grasses.
+Aerate the natural turf on Field B, topdress with sand and compost to improve drainage, take two soil samples…
Care for natural turf fields, making sure the underlying soil has the required composition to allow proper drainage and to support the grasses.
+Aerate the natural turf on Field B, topdress with sand and compost to improve drainage, take two soil samples from high-traffic zones for texture and organic matter analysis, and record amendments and sample locations on the field maintenance log.
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Haul or spread topsoil, or spread straw over seeded soil to hold soil in place.
+Load two cubic yards of screened topsoil into the utility trailer, spread evenly over the west slope to a…
Haul or spread topsoil, or spread straw over seeded soil to hold soil in place.
+Load two cubic yards of screened topsoil into the utility trailer, spread evenly over the west slope to a two-inch layer, then tack seed and cover with straw, and note quantities used and leftover material on the supply sheet before leaving site.
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Apply pesticides or fertilizers (license required)
+Apply the spring fertilizer blend to the rose beds and north shrub border today between 8–10 a.m., follow…
Apply pesticides or fertilizers (license required)
+Apply the spring fertilizer blend to the rose beds and north shrub border today between 8–10 a.m., follow labeled rates and PPE for the licensed mix, mark treated zones, and enter batch number, rate, and weather conditions in the pesticide and fertilizer log.
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