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title: Maintenance Apprentice at SupportWorks Housing
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| **Company** | SupportWorks Housing |
| **Location** | Richmond, VA |
| **Salary** | $16/hr - $18/hr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Sep 22, 2026 |
## Description

**Full-Time | Learn a Skilled Trade While Making a Real Difference**

Why Join SupportWorks Housing (Formerly Virginia Supportive Housing)

At SupportWorks, maintenance work isn't just about fixing buildings-it's about supporting people. We serve our most vulnerable neighbors by creating safe, stable housing and meeting people where they are, with dignity and respect.

**Schedule:** Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

**Why Join SupportWorks?** At SupportWorks, your work has purpose. You'll help create safe, clean housing for individuals overcoming homelessness, substance use, and mental health challenges. What you do matters-every single day.

As a Maintenance Apprentice, you'll work side‑by‑side with experienced maintenance technicians and supervisors, gaining exposure to all aspects of property maintenance while building practical, in‑demand skills.

**What You'll Do:**

- Assist experienced maintenance technicians
- Clean and maintain common areas and grounds
- Turn over units (cleaning, painting, minor repairs)
- Complete work orders & preventative maintenance
- Support inspections and identify maintenance needs
- Help ensure building safety systems are functioning properly

**What We Offer:**

- Medical, Dental & Vision (after 30 days)
- FREE Life Insurance + Short/Long-Term Disability
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous PTO + **14 Paid Holidays**

**What You Bring to SupportWorks:**

- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1+ year of maintenance or grounds experience
- Valid VA driver's license & reliable transportation
- Positive attitude & willingness to learn

**Looking for more than just a job?** Start a career where your work truly makes an impact.

**Apply today with SupportWorks!**

SupportWorks conducts pre-employment drug testing, criminal background and reference checking on all applicants hired.
## Skills

- Minor Repairs
- Inspection
- Cleaning
- Building Safety
- Willingness To Learn
- Maintenance
## Benefits

- Mental Health
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (Pto)
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings

## How to Apply

[Apply for this position](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/maintenance-apprentice-at-supportworkshousing-01a0b3d8-b00b-77d3-9844-609a4cad753e?utm_source=ai_markdown)

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