Facilities Maintenance & Resident Transport Driver

Elderwood Administrative Services; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas allowance

Ferry reimbursement

Tuition assistance program for nursing

Robust employee referral bonus program

401(k) with employer matching

Free uniforms

Full suite of health benefits

Job summary

Elderwood at Burlington is seeking a dependable Maintenance Assistant/Transport Driver to keep building operations and resident transportation running smoothly. This hands-on role blends facilities maintenance with safe, compassionate resident transport.

Responsibilities include general electrical, plumbing, carpentry, grounds care, and transporting residents to medical appointments. You’ll work with tools, follow safety procedures, and support a welcoming, patient-focused community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of one year of related maintenance, carpentry, contracting, or similar experience.
• Current, valid driver's license.
• Experience operating equipment such as hand tools, power tools, lawn mowers, snowblowers, or similar equipment.
• Ability to participate in the facility's on-call program, which may include evenings and weekends.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic reading and writing skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and customer service skills.
• Strong work ethic and integrity.
• Genuine concern for the wellbeing of older adults.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, mechanical, heating, cooling, and water system maintenance.
• Perform basic repairs and upkeep of furniture, equipment, and facility systems.
• Assist with maintenance of grounds, parking areas, and driveways.
• Perform snow and ice removal as needed, except for services handled by outside contractors.
• Operate maintenance equipment and tools, including hand tools, power tools, lawn mowers, snowblowers, and similar equipment.
• Receive, move, and distribute freight and supplies as needed.
• Safely lift and move furniture, equipment, and other materials.
• Monitor facility needs and respond to maintenance issues in a timely manner.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Safely operate company vehicles to transport residents as requested.
• Assist residents with transportation to medical appointments, admissions, transfers, and other facility-related destinations.
• Interact with residents in a professional, patient, and compassionate manner.
• Protect resident privacy and maintain confidentiality while performing transportation and other job duties.
• Provide exceptional customer service to residents, families, staff, and visitors.

Skills

Demonstrated problem-solving skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Strong oral and written communication

Basic reading and writing skills

Proficient in safety protocols

Autonomous work style

Integrity and work ethic

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Lawn mowers

Snowblowers

Job description

Elderwood at Burlington is seeking a dependable Maintenance Assistant/Transport Driver to keep building operations and resident transportation running smoothly. This hands-on role blends facilities maintenance with safe, compassionate resident transport.

Responsibilities include general electrical, plumbing, carpentry, grounds care, and transporting residents to medical appointments. You’ll work with tools, follow safety procedures, and support a welcoming, patient-focused community.