Mechanical and Tool Specialist (ETS)

Posted: January 15, 2026

Location: Columbus, MS

Term: Full-Time/non-exempt

Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) is seeking a skilled and mission-driven Mechanical and Tool Coordinator to join our Fleet and Logistics team in Columbus, MS. This hands-on role is essential to ensuring that the vehicles, trailers, tools, and equipment used in disaster response are safe, reliable, and ready to serve communities in need. If you are passionate about the MDS mission, experienced in equipment maintenance, and energized by working alongside staff and volunteers, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply send cover letter and resume to jobs@mds.org

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Start Date: 01/2026

Primary Responsibilities

To service and repair the Mennonite Disaster Service (MDS) equipment stored in Columbus, MS warehouse.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to the Fleet and Logistics Manager (FLM)

Responsibilities

Identify and facilitate maintenance and repairs of vehicles, trailers, equipment, and tools
Prepare/receive/process vehicles, trailers, equipment, tools and supplies to/from projects including proper documentation
Troubleshoot needed repairs to determine next steps
Perform vehicle repairs as able
Collaborate with warehouse coordinator and volunteers
Assist with project set up and closing as needed

Qualifications

Knowledge of and passion for the MDS mission, vision and core values

Active Participant in a local Christian Church

Affirm and emulate Anabaptist values and convictions and the Mennonite World Conference Shared Convictions

Demonstrated commitment to the MDS lifestyle expectations as outlined in the Employee Policy Handbook

Three or more years of equipment maintenance experience

One or more years of experience working with people of another culture

High School or GED diploma required

Driver’s license required, CDL Class A preferred

Essential Skills

Intermediate understanding of equipment maintenance and repair

Ability to work independently and as a part of a team with supervision from the Fleet and Logistics Manager

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Interacts and communicates well with people

Ability to interact with and be sensitive to a diverse constituent group

Demonstrated computer literacy with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word

Ability to meet deadlines under pressure

Ability to plan and follow a work plan while maintaining great flexibility

Physical requirements: Work involves considerable physical exertion such as lifting heavy objects over 50 lbs.

Work environment: Involves moderate risks working around equipment and vehicles. May be required to wear protective equipment and clothing

Resumes may be sent to jobs@mds.org