Yuri Lestus is the Operations Manager at Guardian Services, where he has served for over three years. Originally from Ukraine, Yurii brought with him a strong background in company management and hands-on experience with food production equipment and vehicle mechanics before joining the organization. He entered Guardian Services attracted by the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, and over time has advanced from basic warehouse tasks to leading critical areas of operations. Within his role, Yuri specializes in fleet maintenance, supervision, warehouse organization, and supporting technical functions to ensure work is executed safely, responsibly, and efficiently. He is recognized for his high attention to detail, reliability, and calm leadership approach. Colleagues describe him as punctual, multitasking, and polite—traits that support his ability to communicate effectively across teams and coordinate workflow to achieve top-level results. Yuri credits the management team—especially Jamie, Nick, and Roy—for influencing his development and helping him refine both his technical knowledge and his leadership capabilities. He is driven daily by the knowledge that his work directly impacts both team success and customer satisfaction. He views every successful project as equally important and aligns his work to Guardian’s core values: safety, professionalism, and integrity. Looking ahead, Yuri plans to continue expanding his leadership responsibilities and contribute further to process optimization and operational excellence as the company grows. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, spending time in nature with his family, and working on cars. He lives by a simple motto that reflects his resilience and work ethic: Never give up.