Apartment HVAC Technician (Signing Bonus $1,000)

Palms Associates, LLC•Richmond, VA

7d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Palms Associates is seeking an experienced HVAC Maintenance Technician for their Lakefield Mews Apartments community in Richmond, VA. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining heat pumps. Palms Associates is a company that builds, owns, and manages its communities, offering consistent leadership and long-term stability. They are committed to investing in their employees' future and providing security and growth opportunities.

Requirements

Strong hands-on HVAC experience is REQUIRED.
Ability to independently troubleshoot, repair, and install heat pumps.
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.

Nice To Haves

EPA Certification for refrigerant handling (preferred — willing to certify you!)

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain heat pumps.
Perform general maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair.
Install heat pumps.

Benefits

Signing bonus of $1,000
$150 Weekly On-Call Stipend
401(k) with 4% match
Historically 6.25% profit sharing
Low-Cost Health Coverage ($50 per paycheck for Employee only HSA plan)
Palms contributing $1,000 for EE Only and $1,500 for EE+ Child or EE+ Family to HSA
EPA Universal Certification provided in-house
Excellent PTO
Wellness day off
Additional floating holiday
Community service day off
Monthly and holiday bonus opportunities
Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
Employer-paid Life and Short-Term Disability
20% Apartment discount
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
$1,000 Employee Referral Program
Professional Development Assistance
Opportunities for advancement across 23 large apartment communities throughout the Southeast!