Maintenance Technician (Signing Bonus $1,000)

Job Description Lakefield Mews Apartments – Richmond, VA (395 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.Industry-Leading Retirement – 401(k) with 4% match + historically 6.25% profit sharing (With a 4% deferral, you could save up to 14.25% of your income annually, 100% immediately vested — and with a higher deferral, you could save even more!)Low-Cost Health Coverage – Just $50 per paycheck for our Employee only HSA plan, with Palms contributing $1,000 for EE Only and $1,500 for EE+ Child or EE+ Family.Get Certified with Us – HVAC experience? We'll provide EPA Universal Certification in-house while paying you.$150 Weekly On-Call Stipend – Earn an additional $150 per week anytime you're on call.*Currently offering a signing bonus of $1,000*We value YOU — and we invest in your future.What We're Looking For:Strong HVAC expertise, including troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining systems and heat pumps (MUST HAVE)Minimum 2 years of apartment maintenance experience Well-rounded general maintenance skills (plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, etc.) EPA Certification for refrigerant handling (preferred — willing to certify you!) 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 skillsA professional who values integrity and long-term employment commitmentValid Driver's LicenseOur Total Rewards Package Includes:Excellent PTO, wellness day off, additional floating holiday, and community service day off401k with 4% match, plus historically 6.25% profit sharing — (save up to 14.25% annually, 100% vested)Monthly and holiday bonus opportunitiesHealth, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance (Employer-paid Life and Short-Term Disability)$1,000 EE only / $1,500 EE+ child/family contribution to HSA20% Apartment discountFlexible Spending Account (FSA)$1,000 Employee Referral ProgramProfessional Development AssistanceOn Call Pay $150 per week anytime you're on callIn-House HVAC 608 Certification TrainingOpportunities 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! APPLY TODAY!Job Type: Full-time | Benefits: Subject to change at the company's discretionNote: 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.