job description
Groundskeepers help design and maintain baseball, football and soccer fields in the world’s biggest stadiums. They also maintain golf courses, university campuses, and public parks. In this career, you have to love working outdoors in any weather. You’ll also work with landscape architects and engineers to design irrigation methods that adjust water consumption and prevent waste. Groundskeepers who care for professional athletic fields keep turf in championship shape, mark out boundaries, and paint the team colors before game time. Whether you’re making a city more beautiful, or making professional sports look impeccable for television, millions of people will become fans of your work on a daily basis.
education requirements
Certification plus Bachelor’s in Horticulture or Plant Science
average salary
$37K entry level, with potential to earn much more based on experience and specialized training


