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Send channel messages in Slack for new work orders in MaintainX
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Add MaintainX work requests from new Slack channel messages
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Send Slack messages for updated work order status changes in MaintainX
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Create work orders in MaintainX for new Slack channel messages
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Notify Slack with private channel messages when work order statuses are updated in MaintainX
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Create new work requests in MaintainX for new mentions in Slack
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Send channel messages in Slack for new work orders in MaintainX

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Add MaintainX work requests from new Slack channel messages

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Send Slack messages for updated work order status changes in MaintainX

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Create work orders in MaintainX for new Slack channel messages

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Notify Slack with private channel messages when work order statuses are updated in MaintainX

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Create new work requests in MaintainX for new mentions in Slack

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Send direct messages in Slack when work order statuses change in MaintainX
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Send channel messages in Slack for new categories on work orders in MaintainX
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Select a trigger from MaintainX

A trigger is an event that starts your Zap and runs the workflow. For example, with MaintainX, a trigger could be "New Category on Work Order."

A trigger is the event that kicks off your automated workflow.

Setup an action from Slack

An action is what takes place after the automation is triggered. For example, with Slack, the action could be "Add Reminder."

An action is the event that your automated workflow performs when triggered.

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Frequently Asked Questions about MaintainX + Slack integrations

New to automation with Zapier? You're not alone. Here are some answers to common questions about how Zapier works with MaintainX and Slack

What is MaintainX?

MaintainX is a software tool that allows organizations to digitize their operations, including work orders, preventive maintenance, and more.

How do I connect MaintainX with Slack?

You can connect MaintainX with Slack through integrations available in our platform. Navigate to the Integrations page within your MaintainX account settings and select Slack from the list of options. Follow the provided instructions to authenticate and complete the integration.

Can I receive notifications in Slack for new work orders in MaintainX?

Yes, by setting up specific triggers, you can receive notifications in your specified Slack channel whenever a new work order is created in MaintainX.

Is it possible to assign tasks within Slack using the integration with MaintainX?

Currently, assigning tasks directly from Slack is not supported. However, you can set up alerts and triggers to notify relevant team members when specific actions occur in MaintainX.

What actions in MaintainX can trigger notifications to my Slack channel?

You can configure triggers for various actions such as creation of new work orders, updates to existing tasks, or completion of assigned jobs, which would result in notifications being sent directly to your designated Slack channel.

Can I create custom alerts in Slack based on specific changes in MaintainX?

Yes, custom alerts based on certain changes like task updates or work order completions can be configured within our integration settings. You'll just need to specify which events should trigger alerts and which channels should receive them.

Are there any limitations on how many accounts I can integrate between MaintainX and Slack?

There are no inherent limitations on the number of accounts you can integrate between MaintainX and Slack; however, ensure your subscription plan supports multiple integrations if needed.

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Supported triggers and actions

Zapier helps you create workflows that connect your apps to automate repetitive tasks. A trigger is an event that starts a workflow, and an action is an event a Zap performs.

- One of Categories
- Show costs on Work Order event
- Show Time entries on Work Order event
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- One of Statuses
- Show costs on Work Order event
- Show Time entries on Work Order event
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- Conversation
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- Content
  Required
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- Title
  Required
- Description
- Priority
- due date
- start date
- users
- teams
- procedure template
- location
- asset
- categories
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- Entity Type
  Required
Action
Search

New Channel
Triggers when a new #channel is created.
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- Include_alias
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- User Name
- Highlight Word
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
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- Channel
  Required
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
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New Saved Message
Triggers when you save a message.
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- Text
  Required
- Remind when?
  Required
- User
Action
Write
- Channel
  Required
- Text
  Required
- Send as a bot?
- Bot Name
- Bot Icon
- Include a link to this Zap?
- Attach Image by URL
- Auto-Expand Links?
- Link Usernames and Channel Names?
- Schedule At
- File
- Thread
- Send Channel Message?
- Zap_id
Action
Write
- Channel Name
  Required
Action
Write
- Channel
  Required
- Topic
  Required
Action
Write
- Status Text
- Status Emoji
- Expiration Time
Action
Write
Delete Message
This action deletes an existing message in a specific channel on Slack. You need to provide the channel ID and the message timestamp as inputs.
Action
Write
Remove User from Channel
This action removes a specified user from a specified channel in Slack.
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Find Public Channel
This action will find a public channel in Slack using either the channel's ID or name.
Action
Write
Get Message by Timestamp
This action retrieves a specific message from a conversation history in Slack using the message's timestamp.
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- Email
- Optimized data
Action
Search
- Full Name
  Required
- Optimized data
Action
Search

New Work Order
Triggers when a new work order is created.
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- work order
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- Choose Existing Categories To Add
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Action
Write
- work order
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- Content
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Action
Write
- Title
  Required
- Description
- Priority
- location
Action
Write
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
- Optimized data
Trigger
Instant
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- Channel
  Required
- Trigger for Bot Messages?
- Optimized data
Trigger
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- Channel
  Required
- User Name
- Shared
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- Search Query
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- Optimized data
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Scheduled
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- Channel
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- Reaction
- User
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New User
Triggers when a new Slack user is created / first joins your org.
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- Channel
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- Users
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Action
Write
- Send Multi Message
- Text
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- Send as a bot?
- Bot Name
- Bot Icon
- Include a link to this Zap?
- Attach Image by URL
- Auto-Expand Links?
- Link Usernames and Channel Names?
- Schedule At
- Zap_id
Action
Write
- Channel
  Required
- Text
  Required
- Send as a bot?
- Bot Name
- Bot Icon
- Include a link to this Zap?
- Attach Image by URL
- Auto-Expand Links?
- Link Usernames and Channel Names?
- Schedule At
- Zap_id
- File
- Thread
- Send Channel Message?
Action
Write
- First Name
- Last Name
- Title
  Required
- Email
- User
Action
Write
- HTTP Method
  Required
- URL
  Required
- Query String Parameters
- Headers
- Additional Request Headers
- Body
Action
Write
Retrieve Thread Messages
This action retrieves all the messages sent to a specific thread in a selected channel.
Action
Write
Create Private Channel
This action creates a private channel in Slack.
Action
Write
Edit Message
This action updates a specific message sent by the same Authenticated user on Slack. You need to provide the Channel ID, the Timestamp of the message to be edited, and the new text for the message.
Action
Write
- Search Query
  Required
- Sort By
- Sort Direction
Action
Search
- ID
  Required
- Optimized data
Action
Search
- Bot Name
- Optimized data
Action
Search

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About MaintainX

MaintainX helps you track your reactive maintenance, preventive maintenance, and control the daily operations of your business.

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