Spring is in full swing! Everything is starting to bloom, the days are getting longer and warmer, and it is the ideal time to get outside and soak up the sun.
This time of year can also get busy with property maintenance. Hiring a groundskeeper for your estate is the best way to keep your outdoor area in top condition.
Whether it’s mowing, weeding, planting and nurturing a garden, or handling tasks related to irrigation system maintenance, a skilled groundskeeper provides the upkeep that your outdoor oasis needs to stay beautiful all season long.
What does a groundskeeper do?
Also known as a grounds worker or caretaker, this person is responsible for the maintenance and care of your outdoor space. Whether you live on a large piece of property, have multiple properties that require care, or have a smaller piece of land that could benefit from the expertise of an experienced groundskeeper, they ensure your landscaping and outdoor areas are maintained well and look beautiful.
Grounds Maintenance
Your groundskeeper would oversee mowing lawns, trimming hedges, and shrubs, so they look neat, tidy, and stay out of the way. They also oversee weeding and pest control and apply herbicides or pesticides as needed, plant flowers, shrubs, gardens, or other greenery, and maintain soil for planting.
Applying mulch and fertilizer to lawns, flowerbeds, gardens, or other areas is another key task that helps promote a healthy yard. If there are plants, trees, or other shrubbery that are unhealthy or need special care or assistance, the groundskeeper will take quick action to address those issues.
A groundskeeper also ensures there is no trash, debris, leaves, or other items that cause clutter or pose safety threats around the property. They are committed to keeping the area clean and litter-free.
Equipment Maintenance
Whether it’s maintaining or repairing leaf blowers, tractors, tillers, lawnmowers, trimmers, or other lawn equipment, a groundskeeper ensures all equipment is functioning properly. Other tools used around the property should also be cleaned and maintained so they are reliable and available for use as needed.
Other Duties as Needed
Depending on the type of estate the groundskeeper is in charge of, there may be special events on the property that may require set up, clean up, or special designing for. Other outdoor property like outdoor furniture, outdoor kitchen, or other structures will also be cared for and maintained by the groundskeeper.
While the groundskeeper will spend a lot of time alone outdoors maintaining the property or with a groundskeeping team, it’s important that they are strong communicators. They will need to communicate well with property owners or managers if there are problems to work through, or to explain what their vision is for landscaping or ongoing care looks like.
Benefits of Hiring a Groundskeeper
Consistency
You’ll rest easy knowing your lawn, plants, and other flowers or shrubbery is taken care of on a regular basis. As the seasons change, your groundskeeper can take charge of weatherizing the area, planting new seasonal plants or flowers, or cleaning walkways, decks, patios, or other structures. A well-landscaped yard will bolster your home’s curb appeal and help increase the value of your property, too.
Saved Time
Outdoor maintenance takes time and effort. An experienced groundskeeper puts more time back in your life, simply because you won’t need to worry about mowing, weeding, planting, or trimming around your property. You’ll have more time to focus on other things that are important to you.
Specialized Knowledge
Groundskeepers have experience and often specialized training and knowledge for caring for plants. This type of expertise means you can count on a healthy, beautiful outdoor oasis – all year long.
We Can Help
As we welcome the spring and summer months, it’s the perfect time to hire a groundskeeper to keep your outdoor areas well-manicured and aesthetic.
For more than 30 years, we’ve placed thousands of highly trained and specialized individuals in homes around the country. Our team at Household Staffing works closely with you to develop a comprehensive job listing that includes all roles and responsibilities for your hire.
This listing is published on our extensive network of candidate recruitment job boards, ensuring your job attracts the most experienced people in your area.
Upon application, we personally review each candidate before we introduce them to you and confirm that their capabilities meet or exceed your requirements. Our detailed and personalized process helps us to get to know our clients, ensuring we have a good understanding of who will fit best for your property maintenance role.
Contact us today to get started on the hiring and interview process. We look forward to working with you!
