Maintenance Technician

Centricity•Mankato, MN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

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. In the U.S., Yugo operates nearly 40,000 beds across 88 properties in 28 states, delivering vibrant communities designed to support student success both personally and professionally. Guided by its Live Your Best Life philosophy, Yugo fosters sustainability, personal growth, and career development while building an inclusive, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture for residents and team members alike. 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. Your role is essential in delivering a high-quality living experience for residents while upholding the standards of the property.

Requirements

A minimum of 1 year of maintenance experience, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical
High school graduate or equivalent
Be proficient in working with technology and adaptable to online systems.

Nice To Haves

EPA type I and above certification
Pool maintenance certification, if required by local regulation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain quality relationships
Carbon Literacy Certification or willingness to undertake training

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.
Assist with additional maintenance, operational, and property improvement projects as needed to support community goals.