Maintenance Assistant

Elderwood at Burlington; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gas Allowance Stipend

Active Bonus Program for LNAs

Pay in lieu of benefits

8 & 12 Hour shifts

Tuition Assistance Program

Ferry Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonuses

401K with Employer Matching

Free Uniforms

Full Suite of Health Benefits

Job summary

Elderwood at Burlington is seeking a Maintenance Assistant/Transport Driver to join our team. This role combines facility upkeep with resident transport, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for residents and staff.

You will perform maintenance tasks, operate company vehicles for admissions and appointments, and support building operations while adhering to safety and privacy standards. The position offers variety and opportunities for growth within a caring eldercare setting.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age
• Minimum one year of related maintenance experience
• Current, valid driver license
• On-call participation may include off-hours
• Experience with small hand tools, electric tools, lawn mowers, snowblowers
• HS diploma or equivalent preferred
• Genuine concern for the elderly; dependable, patient and compassionate

Responsibilities

• Assist with electricity, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and maintenance of mechanical systems.
• Maintain grounds, parking lots, and driveways; assist with snow/ice removal.
• Handle incoming/outgoing freight and move heavy furniture and equipment.
• Drive company vehicle as needed and attend required meetings.
• Ensure safety and confidentiality; follow policies and procedures.
• Provide high-level customer service to residents, staff and visitors.

Skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Communication

Reading & writing

Safety protocols

Autonomy

Integrity

Education

HS diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Job description

Salary

$17.40 / hr - $26.10 / hr

Overview

Maintenance Assistant/Transport Driver

Wage Range: $17.40 - $26.10/hour (Earn more with experience)

NEW! Gas Allowance Benefit for Full and Part-time positions

At Elderwood at Burlington, we believe our valued staff and residents deserve leadership that provides passion, consistency, trust, and vision. As we build our team, we are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Assistant/Transport Driver to join us and make a difference in the lives of our residents.

Elderwood at Burlington Benefits

• Gas Allowance Stipend
• Active Bonus Program for LNAs
• Pay in Lieu of Benefits - earn 10% more!
• 8 & 12 Hour shifts; FT, PT, and Per Diem options
• Tuition Assistance Program for nursing aspirations
• Ferry Reimbursement
• Robust Employee Referral Bonuses
• 401K with Employer Matching
• Free Uniforms
• Full Suite of Health Benefits

Position Overview

This dual role combines general maintenance responsibilities with safe resident transportation.

As a Maintenance Assistant/ Transport Driver, you will support building operations by performing repairs, upkeep, and grounds maintenance to ensure a safe and welcoming environment. While also being responsible for safely transporting and assisting residents using company vehicles for admissions, medical appointments, and facility transfers.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

1. Assists with and performs assigned duties related to electricity, plumbing, painting, carpentry (including furniture refinishing or repair); mechanics (including equipment and mechanical systems); heating, cooling and water systems (except those services performed under service contract with outside contractors).
2. Assists with and perform duties related to maintenance of grounds, parking lots, and driveways (including snow/ice removal, except those performed under service contract).
3. Handles incoming and outgoing freight, as needed; lifts and moves heavy furniture and equipment.
4. Observes residents' rights and treats all residents with courtesy, respect and kindness.
5. Drives company vehicle as needed/requested.
6. Arrives to work on time, regularly, and work as scheduled; responsible for own transportation.
7. Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.
8. Attends facility meetings, staff meetings, and required or preferred inservices.
9. Generates and develops ideas which improve the quality of care for residents or increase position productivity and satisfaction.
10. Performs all position duties according to safety rules and standards of practice required for this position, and as required to ensure the general safety of staff, residents and visitors of this facility.
11. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures and ability to reference them.
12. Exhibits the highest level of customer service towards residents, staff and visitors.
13. Consistently demonstrates the ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs, such as reprioritizing work as necessary.
14. As directed, takes calls on off hours (i.e. evening and weekend) and adjusts schedule to meet the needs of the facility.
15. Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
16. Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
17. Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
18. Supports and abides by Elderwood's Mission, Vision, and Values.
19. Abides by Elderwood's businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
20. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.

Skills/Competencies

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Basic reading and writing skills
• Proficient in safety protocols, applicable regulations, and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Able to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Demonstrates strong integrity and work ethic

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age
• Minimum one (1) year of related work experience in field such as maintenance, carpentry, contracting, etc.
• Current, valid driver license
• Participation in facility on-call program which may include working "off-hours"
• Experienced in equipment operation such as small hand tools, electric tools, lawn mowers, snowblowers, etc.
• HS diploma or equivalent preferred
• Display of genuine concern for the elderly; a dependable, patient and compassionate attitude towards residents

• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.