Maintenance Specialist

Abacus Solutions Group

Southaven (MS)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Abacus Solutions Group is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to support Fulfillment Operations in Southaven, MS. You will repair and maintain equipment, diagnose mechanical and electrical problems, and perform preventive maintenance with safety at the forefront.

Responsibilities include working with conveyors, completing work orders, and coordinating with vendors. The role requires physical stamina, the ability to work at heights, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED preferred; experience valued.
3–5 years in mechanical or technical maintenance and/or installation.
Strong ability to analyze and resolve mechanical/electrical issues.
Reading and following instructions in English; basic math for inventory.
Flexibility to work holidays/weekends; safety procedures understood.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain equipment; diagnose mechanical and electrical problems.
Audit, troubleshoot, and perform preventive maintenance on automated systems.
Work with conveyors and sortation systems; support installation tasks.
Complete work orders; maintain required documentation.
Operate at heights up to 40 ft; lift up to 75 lbs; push/pull 200 lb loads.
Coordinate with technicians; manage tools inventory; may work with outside vendors.
Possess electrical background with low voltage controls and PLC experience.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC experience

Conveyor systems

CMMS

Vendor management

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Military service

Tools

Allen Bradley

Siemens

Job description

Abacus is looking to hire a Maintenance Specialist in the Southaven, MS area.

As a Maintenance Specialist I, you will embody our company values and follow established guidelines for safe work practices while taking the initiative to coordinate maintenance activities to ensure all tasks are completed safely and satisfactorily. You'll also have the opportunity to assist the Maintenance Specialist III in achieving product flow and operational goals to effectively support

our Fulfillment Operations.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with fellow technicians and mechanics to repair and maintain equipment, diagnosing mechanical and
electrical problems using technical drawings and diagnostic tools.
Independently perform audits, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventive maintenance of automated material
handling system components within the Fulfillment Center.
Bring your experience with 3 phase systems up to 480VAC for repair, installation, and maintenance tasks.
Conduct preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment following safety and quality procedures.
Provide solutions to mechanical and technical/control issues.
Troubleshoot and repair key components for the Fulfillment Center while participating in cleaning the conveyor
systems and maintenance area as needed.
Complete work orders and other required documents according to established procedures.
Be prepared to work at heights of 40ft or more.
Assist in maintaining the inventory of company-supplied tools.
Be willing and able to get certified on powered industrial equipment.
Perform general facility maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, relocating office furniture, and handling
plumbing and electrical repairs.
Take on other duties as directed by supervision or management.

Qualifications:

A High School Diploma or GED is preferred, but we also value experience and military service.
3-5 years of related experience in mechanical troubleshooting, technical troubleshooting, maintenance, and/or
installation is required.
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Be adept at analyzing and resolving mechanical and technical issues.
Exhibit excellent hand-eye coordination skills and the ability to read, recognize, write, and follow applicable
numbers and directives in English.
Have a command of basic math skills to ensure accurate inventory management.
Possess the flexibility to maintain a schedule that may include holidays and weekends as needed, along with a
strong understanding of safety procedures (including lock-out/tag-out).
Be prepared for frequent bending, lifting, walking, pushing, pulling of freight, and standing for extended periods.
Occasionally work in extreme temperatures.
Safely utilize manual and electronically operated equipment to transport cartons or other items by pushing, pulling,
lifting, or carrying.
Bring a strong electrical background, knowledge of low voltage controls, and PLC experience.
Have prior experience or working knowledge of conveyor and/or sortation systems.
Show strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.
Demonstrate solid electrical troubleshooting and controls troubleshooting abilities.
Engage in preventive/predictive maintenance, modification, and upgrade support installation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Hold Certificate(s)/License(s) in related fields such as Journeymen or Master Electrician, CMRP, and/or CMRT.
Have experience with CMMS.
Possess prior experience or working knowledge of Allen Bradley and/or Siemens products.
Network troubleshooting experience is a plus.
Be proficient with MS Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Have experience working with and managing outside vendors, customers, and business partners.
Bring prior working knowledge of current building vendors, software, platforms, and systems.
Have previous industry-based experience.
Possess visual acuity to read fine print as needed.
Be able to hear and understand verbal instructions.
Demonstrate the capability to walk or stand for extended periods.
Be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Be able to push or pull carts weighing up to 200 pounds.
Be able to climb stairs.
Be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and grasp products.