Maintenance Technician (The Palms Apts)

Palms Associates, LLC; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus $1,000

On-call stipend $150/week

401(k) with 4% match

Health insurance $50/paycheck + HSA

HVAC 608 Training

Job summary

The Palms Apartments & Townhomes – Virginia Beach, VA (312 apartment homes) seeks an experienced Apartment Maintenance Technician with strong HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general maintenance skills. This full-time role offers diverse on-site duties across 23 communities, a $1,000 signing bonus, and on-call stipends.

We provide benefits, 401(k) match, HSA contributions, and opportunities for advancement. Candidates must have hands-on HVAC experience, a minimum of 2 years in maintenance, and a

Qualifications

• Hands-on HVAC experience is REQUIRED.
• Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience.
• Well-rounded general maintenance skills (plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, etc.).
• Valid Driver's License.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

General maintenance

Electrical repair

Plumbing

Tools

MS Office 365

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 experiencedApartment 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)
• Have HVAC experience? 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 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

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.