Maintenance Apprentice - Crescent/Cloverleaf

Supportworks-Housing; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision (after 30days

FREE Life Insurance + Short/Long-Term

403(b) Retirement Plan with Company

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

14 Paid Holidays + Generous PTO

Job summary

SupportWorks Housing in Virginia Beach is hiring a Maintenance Apprentice for a full-time role, with a 2,000 hiring bonus. You will work side-by-side with experienced maintenance technicians, learning practical, in-demand skills while helping maintain safe, clean housing for neighbors in need.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1+ year of maintenance or grounds experience, and a valid VA driver’s license with reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ year of maintenance or grounds experience.
• Valid VA driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced maintenance technicians
• Clean and maintain common areas and grounds
• Turn over units (cleaning, painting, minor repairs)
• Complete work orders & preventative maintenance
• Support inspections and identify maintenance needs
• Help ensure building safety systems are functioning properly

Skills

Maintenance experience

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

$2,000 Hiring Bonus Available!

Full-Time | Learn a Skilled Trade While Making a Real Difference

Why Join SupportWorks Housing (Formerly Virginia Supportive Housing)

At SupportWorks, maintenance work isn't just about fixing buildings-it's about supporting people. We serve our most vulnerable neighbors by creating safe, stable housing and meeting people where they are, with dignity and respect.

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Why Join SupportWorks?

At SupportWorks, your work has purpose. You'll help create safe, clean housing for individuals overcoming homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges. What you do matters-every single day.

As a Maintenance Apprentice, you'll work side‑by‑side with experienced maintenance technicians and supervisors, gaining exposure to all aspects of property maintenance while building practical, in‑demand skills.

What You'll Do:

• Assist experienced maintenance technicians
• Clean and maintain common areas and grounds
• Turn over units (cleaning, painting, minor repairs)
• Complete work orders & preventative maintenance
• Support inspections and identify maintenance needs
• Help ensure building safety systems are functioning properly

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental & Vision (after 30 days)
• FREE Life Insurance + Short/Long-Term Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO + 14 Paid Holidays

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of maintenance or grounds experience
• Valid VA driver's license & reliable transportation
• Positive attitude & willingness to learn

Looking for more than just a job?

Start a career where your work truly makes an impact.

SupportWorks conducts pre-employment drug testing, criminal background and reference checking on all applicants hired.