Construction Assistant

Remodeling Technician

Palms Associates is hiring a Remodeling Technician based out of Newport News, VA (Occasional travel required.)

Why You'll Love Working Here:

$55,000-$60,000 Salary

Company Vehicle Provided

Stable, Year-Round Work – No seasonal layoffs

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)

Mostly Local Travel – Most projects are within a 3-hour radius of Newport News

What You'll Do:

• Complete apartment and commercial renovation projects
• Perform carpentry, drywall, flooring, painting, trim work, and general construction
• Estimate project timelines and manage daily work
• Maintain high-quality workmanship and job site safety
• Work independently while coordinating with onsite teams

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in construction, remodeling, maintenance, or carpentry
• Ability to work independently
• Strong time management and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel

Total benefits 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 (MT's only)
• Opportunities for advancement across 23 large apartment communities throughout the Southeast!

At Palms Associates, we don't just manage properties—we build, renovate, own, and manage them. That means steady work, long-term stability, and opportunities to grow your career with a company that invests in its people. If you're ready to build something that lasts, apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Key words: Construction, Remodeling Technician, Renovation Specialist

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.