Maintenance Assistant (River Mews Apartments!)

River Mews Apartments & Townhomes | Newport News, VA | 645 Units
Built, Owned & Managed by Palms Associates, LLC

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!

Why Join Palms?

Get Certified with Us
HVAC experience? We provide EPA Universal Certification training in-house—and pay you while you complete 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
Employee-only HSA medical plan for just $50 per paycheck, with Palms contributing:
• $1,000 for employee-only coverage
• $1,500 for employee + child or family coverage

We value YOU — and we invest in your future.

What We’re Looking For

• 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

Our Total Rewards Package Includes

• 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

What Sets Us Apart

This isn’t just another maintenance job—it’s a career with a company built to last. Palms Associates has been building, owning, and managing its communities for decades, creating a stable and supportive environment for our team members. 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

Palms Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All hires are subject to employment verification, reference checks, and screenings for drugs, criminal background, and a fitness for duty exam.