Maintenance Assistant / Driver

Salary

$17 - $20 / Hour

Overview

Join Our Team as a Facilities Technician at Elderwood at North Creek! 

Are you looking for a rewarding job where you can make a difference? Elderwood at North Creek is seeking a FULL TIME Maintenance Assistant to help keep our facility clean, comfortable, and welcoming for our residents!

Why Join Us?

• Full Benefits Package 
• Compensation Programs - Ask about our Gas Allowance Stipend! 
• Friendly and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A meaningful role where you help improve residents' quality of life

Location: Elderwood at North Creek: 112 Ski Bowl Rd, North Creek, NY 12853

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.

Proudly Rated 4 Stars by CMS!

Elderwood at North Creek has earned a 4-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)—exceeding both the New York state average (3.33) and the national average (3.32). This distinction reflects our commitment to quality care, strong staffing, and high standards in safety and health outcomes. When you join our team, you become part of a facility that residents and families trust.

Responsibilities

Facilities Technician/ Transport Driver Responsibilities:

• 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 perform 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 work 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 inservices.
• 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 operate 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.

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
• Flexibility to handle changing needs and priorities

Base wages increase with experience!

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Qualifications

Maintenance Assistant/ Transport Driver Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age

• Minimum one (1) year of related maintenance or carpentry/repair experience

• Minimum two (2) years of safe driving experience preferred

• Valid driver’s license; CDL with passenger endorsement preferred

• Clean driving record with no recent violations or accidents

• Ability to operate small hand/electric tools, lawn care equipment, and snow removal machinery

• HS diploma or equivalent preferred

• Compassionate, dependable, and respectful attitude toward the elderly

• Participation in facility on-call program (may include evenings/weekends)

• 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.