Refurbishment Technician

Atlantic Shores Retirement Community; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO – up to 104 hours annually

Holiday Pay 1.5x

Overtime Pay 1.5x over 40h

Referral bonus program

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250

Job summary

Atlantic Shores Retirement Community in Virginia Beach, VA is seeking a Refurbishment Technician for full-time day shift (8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, painting, carpentry, and basic electrical/plumbing repairs to support the facility’s operations and residents.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least one year of building maintenance experience, and a valid driver’s license. Healthcare maintenance experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year building maintenance experience.
• 1+ year apartment/healthcare community maintenance experience preferred.
• Renovation experience in painting, carpentry, drywall, electrical, plumbing, flooring expected.
• Strong understanding of building systems and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and routine servicing.
• Carry out painting and refurbishment projects as directed.
• Handle minor plumbing, electrical, and appliance repairs.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and tool storage.
• Assist with HVAC, water systems, pumps, motors, and generators when qualified.
• Prioritize tasks per supervisor instructions.

Skills

Maintenance tasks

Painting/refurbishment

Carpentry/drywall work

Electrical/plumbing repairs

Time management

Team collaboration

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year building maintenance experience

Healthcare/community maintenance experience

Renovation experience (painting, carpentry, drywall, electrical, plumbing, flooring)

Current valid driver’s license

Job description

Job Details

Atlantic Shores Retirement Community – Virginia Beach, VA23454
Full‑time, Day shift, Monday–Friday8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Salary: $18.84–$23.55 per hour. Travel: none. Position type: Skilled Labor – Trades.

Position Summary

The Refurbishment Technician maintains all aspects of the physical plant, performing preventive maintenance, routine servicing, seasonal repairs, and building equipment and plumbing repairs under the direction of a supervisor. The role includes:

• General maintenance duties such as fixing wall and floor covers, minor plumbing, electrical repairs, and appliance repairs.
• Painting and refurbishing projects directed by supervisor.
• Routine preventive maintenance as scheduled.
• Minor building and equipment repairs.
• Prioritizing work based on supervisor instructions.
• Assisting with snow removal during winter season as needed.
• Routine maintenance on all assigned vehicles.
• Maintaining work areas and equipment/tools in a neat, clean manner that meets safety standards.
• When qualified, assisting the Director of Plant Services or performing work on HVAC, domestic water, refrigeration, pumps, motors, fans, electrical systems, and emergency generators.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of building maintenance experience.
• One year or more of apartment and/or healthcare community maintenance experience.
• Renovation experience in painting (trim, walls, decks), carpentry (install/remove cabinetry, doors, walls, trim), drywall (repairs and new install), electrical (switches/outlets, light fixtures), plumbing (residential faucets, toilets, drains), flooring (carpet, tile, LVP).
• Thorough understanding of building systems and their interdependence.
• Current valid driver’s license suitable for vehicle size and state laws.
• Strong professional communication, team collaboration, organizational and time‑management skills.
• Positive attitude and self‑motivation.

Benefits

• Generous PTO – up to 104 hours annually.
• 1.5× Holiday Pay.
• 1.5× Overtime Pay for hours worked over 40 per week.
• Referral bonus for new employee referrals that join the team.
• Star Employee Recognition Program with monetary awards.
• Health, dental, vision, life, short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Supplemental coverage: accident/cancer/critical illness, legal resources, identity theft.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually for qualifying coursework.
• Educational partnership discounts through South University, ECPI, Regent University, St. Leo University, and Colorado Christian University.