Assistant Technician

About Divert

Divert is a circular economy company dedicated to preventing food waste through innovative technologies and nationwide infrastructure. Founded in 2007, Divert offers a comprehensive solution that includes data-driven prevention, food recovery for those in need, and transformation of unsold products into renewable energy.

Responsibilities

• Executes on various tasks including inspection, breakdown, cleaning, and stacking of organic material bins
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and escalates concerns to Lead Technician or Managers in real time
• Operates hand pallet jacks
• Assists Lead Technician with basic PM tasks and other operational activities as assigned
• Participates in all shift handoff meetings, scheduled trainings, and other meetings as assigned
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, carrying up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent bending, standing, walking, sitting, kneeling
• Comfortable operating equipment and repetitive tasks throughout the shift
• Able to handle potential changes in temperature, humidity, and wetness on site

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift, push, pull, carry up to 50 lbs. frequently
• Must be able to bend, stand, walk, sit, kneel frequently
• Comfortable operating equipment and repetitive tasks throughout their shift
• Able to handle potential changes in temperature on site, humidity, and wetness in working areas

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment
• 6-12 months maintenance, industrial maintenance, or auto mechanic experience
• Experience operating pressure washers and hand pallet jacks
• Basic computer proficiency and mathematical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication in English (preferred)
• Willingness to work overtime

Benefits

• $20/hr
• Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)
• Life Insurance
• Safe harbor 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for Advancement with a rapidly growing, mission-driven organization