Maintenance Technician (The Palms Apts!)

Palms Associates, LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

On-call stipend

401(k) match

Health insurance

Job summary

Palms Associates, LLC is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Virginia Beach, VA. The role requires hands-on HVAC experience and the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and install heat pumps in apartment communities.

We offer a $1,000 signing bonus, weekly on-call stipend, 401(k) with match, and HSA contributions. Strong English communication and a valid driver's license are essential for this on-site position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of apartment maintenance experience.
• Hands-on HVAC experience is REQUIRED.
• General maintenance skills (plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, etc.)
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and install heat pumps independently.
• Perform electrical, plumbing, and HVAC tasks as needed.
• Collaborate with team to maintain 23 communities across the Southeast.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

MS Office 365

English communication

Team player

Tools

MS Office 365

Mobile device

Job description

Maintenance Technician ($1000 Signing Bonus)

Full Time Regular Full-Time Virginia Beach, VA, US

Salary Range: $23.00 To $27.00 Hourly

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 experiencedApartment Maintenance Technician skilled in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC repairs.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

$ 1,000 SIGNING BONUS!

$150Weekly 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

We value YOU — and we invest in your future.

What We’re Looking For:

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

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
• 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!

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

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.