Distribution Center Maintenance Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

At Academy Sports + Outdoors our vision is to be the best sports + outdoors retailer in the country - but what truly sets us apart is our people. We're a passionate, purpose-driven team that's as committed to each other as we are to our customers.

We've spent over 80 years building a culture that puts people first. We believe in creating opportunities for growth, fostering meaningful connections, and supporting every Team Member's journey. What fuels us? Our belief in the power of fun.

Here, you won't just help customers gear up for their next adventure - you'll launch one of your own. Whether you're starting out or leveling up, Academy is a place where fun can't lose!

Our Distribution Center Team Members are the allstars who keep the game moving, making sure that our products get to our nationwide customers. Our Distribution Center Team Members are the backbone of getting great products into the hands of our customers.

Every day, you help keep operations moving, accurately receiving, sorting, and shipping merchandise that fuels the store experience. You bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and teamwork to a fast-paced, high-energy environment where safety and efficiency come first. Whether you're mastering equipment, optimizing workflows, or ensuring every order is handled with care, you play a key role in connecting customers to the sports and outdoor gear they love.

You help create a safe and secure environment across the distribution center by protecting people, assets, and daily operations. Your awareness and responsiveness ensure that alarms and incidents are handled quickly and professionally, creating a workplace where associates feel supported and protected. Your presence plays an important role in maintaining trust and safety across the facility.

In this role, you monitor activity at entry and exit points, screen associates as they leave, and maintain a visible loss prevention presence throughout the facility. You document incidents accurately and keep leadership informed so appropriate actions can be taken. You also build a strong understanding of operations and company policies, using that knowledge to identify and communicate potential risks.

You work closely with distribution center associates, visitors, and leadership teams as a key point of contact for safety and security matters. Your ability to remain calm and communicate clearly builds trust across a wide range of interactions.

Collaboration is central to success in this role. You partner with loss prevention leadership and operations teams to ensure policies are followed and concerns are addressed promptly, contributing to a team environment that values awareness, accountability, and support.

Bring your energy, your ideas, and your love for sports and the outdoors.

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required

• At least 1 year of related work experience

• Strong communication skills including listening speaking and writing

• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in stressful situations

• Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively across teams

• Solves problems by identifying root causes and delivering practical solutions

• Maintains high attention to detail with accurate, consistent work

• Collaborates well, contributing to team success and shared outcomes

• Willingness to learn company policies procedures and safety rules

• A team-first attitude; while your core duties are your priority, you're happy to step in wherever you're needed

• Ability to work flexible hours, including varied or extra shifts to support business and peak season demands

• Maintain a safe work environment by following company policies and reporting unsafe conditions

• Work in non-climate-controlled conditions, including moderate heat/cold, dust, moisture, noise, and changing air quality (office, warehouse, and outdoor environment)

• Ability to stand, walk, and remain in positions for extended periods

• Perform physical activities such as bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, climbing, running, and working at heights

• Frequently lift and carry up to 60 lbs; push/pull heavy items as needed

• Use manual dexterity and perform repetitive hand/keyboard tasks

• Demonstrate visual acuity (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment)

• Follow all company procedures, policies, and professional standards, including seasonal updates

• Successfully complete required background check and substance screening

• Must be able to operate distribution center (DC) equipment as needed and complete required training

• For applicable roles: safely handle firearms and complete required training

Communication, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Adaptability, Managing Work, Safety Monitoring, Security

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.