Givens Communities

Givens Highland Farms - Black Mountain, NC

Why join Givens? Givens Communities continues to be a positive force and advocate for older adults. We have a mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach. Givens Communities promotes Diversity and Belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. We continuously look for innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources. Our collective mindset is to ensure the communities remain forward thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.

What you'll get:

• Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost
• Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program
• On-sight meal & uniform allowances
• Paid time off (PTO) w/ immediate access to 5 PTO days before your 90 days!
• Referral bonus program
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% matching
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products
• Fast-growing nonprofit with tons of advancement opportunities
• Plus so much more! 

The Goundskeeping Team at Givens Highland Farms, a nationally recognized nonprofit continuing care retirement community, is looking for a full-time crew member to join our team. In this hybrid role you will be collecting waste from multiple locations across our campus and working with both our Landscape and Land Management Teams. In this role you will be performing various grounds tasks for the purpose of providing well kept, safe, and beautiful grounds for our residents. This is an exciting opportunity to channel your knowledge, skills, ambition, and experience in a meaningful way that directly impacts the lives of our residents and team members.

Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday

What You'll do: 

• Perform daily waste collection, picking up waste from various areas and departments across our campus
• Use machinery such as weed-eaters, blowers, and mowers to maintain campus property
• Create new flower beds by digging, edging, and amending soil as necessary
• Perform hardscaping tasks such as installing pathways, patios, and retaining walls using appropriate materials and techniques
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and clients to coordinate tasks and address any concerns or issues
• Adhere to established schedules and deadlines, completing assigned tasks efficiently and effectively
• Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and others
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition, performing routine maintenance and repairs as needed
• Install trees, shrubs, and perennials according to landscape designs and plans

What you'll need:

• Valid North Carolina driver's license
• Previous experience relating to lawn care
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred
• Technical or vocational training is desirable but not required
• Ability to meet physical demands on the jobs responsibilities

Compensation: $19.00 - $20.50, depending on experience plus our amazing benefits package!

Still curious about what Givens is all about? It's kind of a long story, but at our core, we're a senior housing organization with a lot of heart and committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across WNC. We already have four communities (two life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.