Maintenance Assistant​/Transport Driver

Maintenance Assistant / Transport Driver

Salary: $17.40 - $26.10 / hour

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

EARN 11% more with our Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program. Apply today to learn more.

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.

• Gas Allowance Stipend
• Active Bonus Program for LNAs
• Pay in Lieu of Benefits - earn 16% 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

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. Meanwhile, you will be responsible for safely transporting and assisting residents using company vehicles for admissions, medical appointments, and facility transfers.

• 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).
• Assists with and performs duties related to maintenance of grounds, parking lots, and driveways (including snow/ice removal, except those performed under service contract).
• Handles incoming and outgoing freight, as needed; lifts and moves heavy furniture and equipment.
• Observes residents' rights and treats all residents with courtesy, respect and kindness.
• Drives company vehicle as needed/requested.
• Arrives to work on time, regularly, and works as scheduled; responsible for own transportation.
• Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.
• Attends facility meetings, staff meetings, and required or preferred in-services.
• Generates and develops ideas which improve the quality of care for residents or increase position productivity and satisfaction.
• 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.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all policies and procedures and ability to reference them.
• Exhibits the highest level of customer service towards residents, staff and visitors.
• 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.
• As directed, takes calls on off hours (i.e. evening and weekend) and adjusts schedule to meet the needs of the facility.
• Utilizes electronic timekeeping system as directed.
• Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
• Follows policy and procedure regarding all electronic devices, computers, tablets, etc.
• Supports and abides by Elderwood's Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Abides by Elderwood's businesses code of conduct, compliance and HIPAA policies.
• Safely operates company vehicle to transport residents between facilities, medical appointments, and admissions.
• Load, secure, and assist wheelchair-bound or mobility-limited residents.
• Ensure vehicle safety (fuel, tires, cleanliness, inspections) and report maintenance needs.
• Comply with traffic laws, company policies, and all applicable state transportation regulations.
• Communicate promptly with facilities, families, and staff regarding transport times.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor, management staff or Administrator.

• Demonstrated problem‑solving skills
• Exceptional customer…