Maintenance Technician

About the role

Yugo is a global leader in student housing dedicated to creating exceptional living experiences for students around the world. With a presence spanning more than 14 countries and 120 cities, Yugo combines innovation, community, and purpose to redefine student living. As the Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the safety and upkeep of the entire property. Acting as a key liaison between residents and management, you will provide exceptional service and maintain the community's value by conducting thorough assessments and performing necessary repairs.

Responsibilities

• Complete resident work orders efficiently and professionally, ensuring timely, high-quality repairs and maintenance services.
• Respond promptly to resident maintenance requests, concerns, and emergencies while providing excellent customer service and follow-up communication.
• Perform general maintenance and repairs including plumbing, electrical, painting, appliance repair, carpentry, and other property maintenance tasks.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, grounds, equipment, and common areas to identify and resolve maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain the overall appearance, cleanliness, safety, and functionality of the property and community spaces.
• Prepare vacant units for new residents by completing inspections, repairs, and turn activities according to company standards.
• Maintain pools, spas, and related equipment at applicable properties while ensuring compliance with local certification and safety requirements.
• Participate in on-call and after-hours emergency maintenance response as scheduled.
• Maintain inventory levels for tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies while ensuring storage areas remain organized and secure.
• Follow OSHA guidelines, company safety standards, and preventative maintenance procedures while participating in ongoing safety training and meetings.
• Communicate regularly with maintenance leadership and property management regarding work orders, property conditions, and operational needs.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors as directed to ensure quality work and compliance with company standards.
• Maintain a professional appearance and positive working relationships with residents, team members, and vendors.
• Assist with additional maintenance, operational, and property improvement projects as needed to support community operations.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year of maintenance experience, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical.
• High school graduate or equivalent.
• EPA type I and above certification preferred.
• Pool maintenance certification, if required by local regulation, preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain quality relationships.
• Be proficient in working with technology and adaptable to online systems.
• Carbon Literacy Certification or willingness to undertake training.

Benefits

• Competitive salary ($22.00 - $26.00 per hour).
• Generous benefits package, including health, dental, and vision.
• 401k + 4% employer matching.
• Three weeks of PTO.
• Paid Wellness Time.
• 11 paid Holidays.
• Minimum one-week paid wellness time.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 1 Paid Volunteer Day.
• 1 Paid YuDay.
• Company paid STD, LTD, and Life insurance.