Maintenance Assistant (River Mews Apartments!)

Palms Associates, LLC•Newport News, VA

3d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

We’re currently seeking a Maintenance Assistant (Apartment Turn Technician) to join our exceptional maintenance team at River Mews Apartments! This role focuses primarily on apartment turns and interior repairs, helping prepare homes for incoming residents. It’s a great opportunity for someone with basic maintenance or construction experience who is eager to develop their skills and grow in the apartment maintenance industry. With 645 apartments, our team always has consistent work and opportunities to grow!

Requirements

1 year of Apartment turnover or general maintenance experience preferred
Basic carpentry and repair skills, such as drywall repair, door installation, and minor interior repairs is a plus
Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, or appliance repair is a plus
Self-starter with a strong problem-solving mindset
Team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
Comfortable using Microsoft Office 365 and mobile devices
Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal); bilingual ability is a plus

Responsibilities

Apartment turns and interior repairs
Preparing homes for incoming residents

Benefits

Excellent PTO
Wellness Day Off
Additional Floating Holiday
Community Service Day Off
401(k) with 4% match + historically 6.25% profit sharing (100% vested)
Monthly and holiday bonus opportunities
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
Employer-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
$1,000 HSA contribution (employee only) / $1,500 (employee + child/family)
20% apartment housing discount
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
$1,000 Employee Referral Bonus
Professional development assistance
On-call pay: $150 per week when scheduled
In-house HVAC EPA 608 Certification training
Opportunities for advancement across 23 large apartment communities throughout the Southeast