Maintenance Technician (The Palms Apts)

Job Description

Job Description

The Palms Apartments & Townhomes – Virginia Beach, VA (312 apartment homes)

At Palms Associates, we build, own, and manage our communities — no third-party management turnover, just consistent leadership and long-term stability. If you’re seeking security, growth, and a company that truly invests in its people, this is it.

We are seeking an experienced Apartment Maintenance Technician skilled in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC repairs.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

✔ $1,000 SIGNING BONUS!

✔ $150 Weekly On-Call Stipend

✔ 401(k) with 4% Match + Historically 6.25% Profit Sharing (Immediate Vesting)

✔ Affordable Health Insurance ($50 per paycheck) + Company HSA Contribution ($1,000 Individual / $1,500 Family)

✔ EPA Certification Available 

✔ Stable, Year-Round Work  

We value YOU — and we invest in your future.

What We’re Looking For:

✔ Ability to independently troubleshoot, repair, and install heat pumps.

✔ EPA Certification for refrigerant handling (required)

✔ Hands-on HVAC experience is REQUIRED.

✔ Minimum 2 years of apartment maintenance experience
✔ Well-rounded general maintenance skills (plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, etc.)
✔ Proactive problem-solver with strong initiative
✔ Collaborative team player who works well in a skilled crew environment
✔ Technologically proficient, comfortable using MS Office 365 and a personal mobile device
✔ Strong written and verbal English communication skills

✔ A professional who values integrity and long-term employment commitment

✔ Valid Driver's License

Our Total Rewards Package Includes:

• Excellent PTO, wellness day off, additional floating holiday, and community service day off
• 401k with 4% match, plus historically 6.25% profit sharing (100% vested)
• Monthly and holiday bonus opportunities
• Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance (Employer-paid Life and Short-Term Disability)
• $1,000 EE only / $1,500 EE+ child/family contribution to HSA
• 20% Apartment discount
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 
• $1,000 Employee Referral Program
• Professional Development Assistance
• On Call Pay $150 per week anytime you're on call
• In-House HVAC 608 Certification Training
• Opportunities for advancement across 23 large apartment communities throughout the Southeast!

This isn’t just another maintenance job — it’s a career with a company built to last. You can be confident your application will be carefully reviewed and given the attention it deserves!

Come see what makes Palms different!  APPLY TODAY!

Job Type: Full-time | Benefits : Subject to change at the company’s discretion

Note: Palms is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Also, Palms hires qualified job applicants following prior employment verification, reference-checking, and criminal, drug, and fitness-for-duty screenings.