Maintenance Technician ($1000 Signing Bonus)

Palms Associates•Virginia Beach, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Palms Apartments & Townhomes is seeking an experienced Apartment Maintenance Technician skilled in electrical, plumbing, and HVAC repairs. At Palms Associates, we build, own, and manage our communities, offering consistent leadership and long-term stability. This is a full-time position with benefits.

Requirements

Ability to independently troubleshoot, repair, and install heat pumps.
EPA Certification for refrigerant handling (required)
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

Nice To Haves

EPA Certification Available

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and install heat pumps.
Perform general maintenance skills including plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair.

Benefits

$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)
Stable, Year-Round Work
Excellent PTO
Wellness day off
Additional floating holiday
Community service day off
Monthly and holiday bonus opportunities
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employer-paid Life and Short-Term Disability
20% Apartment discount
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
$1,000 Employee Referral Program
Professional Development Assistance
In-House HVAC 608 Certification Training
Opportunities for advancement across 23 large apartment communities throughout the Southeast!