Maintenance Assistant and Driver (On Call)

Eskaton is a nonprofit senior services provider serving Northern California's older adults for over 55 years. With over 1,700 employees and 28 communities and services in Northern California, Eskaton is a great company to join and build your career.

Eskaton genuinely cares about the financial security, health and well-being of our team members. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including a 401K retirement fund matching program, Eskaton employees appreciate knowing their work makes a real difference in the community and in the lives they touch.

At Eskaton, being inclusive is one of our core values. This means that we celebrate diversity and equity for all who live and work with us, building a culture of belonging and community across the aging spectrum.

Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Maintenance Director, the Maintenance Assistant performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and improvements to the building and grounds to keep the facility's appearance attractive, and the physical plant well maintained.

As driver, responsible for chauffeuring the residents to and from various destinations at scheduled days and times. The driver may also be on-call for special trips on an individual basis. The driver is responsible for providing the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, resident services and quality for this facility.

The starting salary for this position ranges from $20.00 to $24.98/hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Performs tasks associated with the maintenance and repair of facility, buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance, repairs, and safety programs, for HVAC, water, gas, electric, mechanical, and all other building systems.
• Performs repairs and refurbishment of apartments to maintain them properly for current residents and to make them ready for new occupancy.
• Preserves the cleanliness and orderliness of the maintenance work and storage areas and maintains tools and equipment as appropriate.
• Provides chauffeuring of residents in van provided by facility.
• Provides general maintenance for engine and interior of van, including:
• Has a valid Class B. Drivers License with a passenger transport endorsement.
• Drives in a safe and law-abiding manor at all times, being courteous to residents, pedestrians, and other vehicles/drivers, so the van becomes a positive advertisement for the facility.

Qualifications

Education:
High school graduate or graduate of a technical or vocational school. Must be able to read and comprehend the English language. Able to follow written directions, as in the preventative maintenance manual, chemical products, manufacturer's manuals, etc.

Training and Experience:
Two years' experience with progressive responsibility in maintenance functions.

High School education or vocational training preferred. Valid California driver's license required. No moving violations and/or accidents within the last three years. Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain any special operator's licenses necessary for operation of the van (Class B license including required medical clearance).

Job Knowledge:
A minimum of two years of general maintenance experience with emphasis upon electrical, plumbing and carpentry.

Knowledge of California driving and safety laws. Knowledge of location of van trip routes and destinations.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen test and health screen. All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.