Assistant Technician

September 25, 2026

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About Divert Divert is a circular economy company on a mission to prevent food from being wasted through nationwide infrastructure and innovative technologies. Founded in 2007, the company provides an end-to-end solution that leverages data to prevent waste, facilitates edible food recovery to provide to people in need, and transforms unsold food products into renewable energy to power communities. Through this integrated approach to reducing wasted food – Prevent, Provide, Power – Divert works with customers across the U.S. to reduce wasted food and positively impact people and the environment. What You’ll Do Divert’s Assistant Technicians play a pivotal role in the food analysis and recovery process as they execute on various prep, cleaning, light maintenance and other activities. Under the direction of the Lead Technician our Assistant Technicians work in our Analytics, Modular and complete RNG facilities. Shift Available <ul><li>Monday thru Friday, 10 am to 6:30 pm </li></ul>This position is a safety-sensitive position and requires a clear mind and diligence. The employee has the responsibility for his/her safety as well as the safety of others. Responsibilities <ul><li>Organizing, sorting and processing packaged food product to be donated</li><li>Executes on various tasks including the inspection, breakdown, cleaning, and stacking of organic material bins</li><li>Maintains a clean and safe work environment and escalates concerns to Lead Technician or Managers in real time</li><li>Operation of hand pallet jacks</li><li>Assists Lead Technician with basic tasks and other operational activities as assigned</li><li>Participation in all shift handoff meetings, scheduled trainings, and other meeting as assigned</li><li>Other duties as assigned </li></ul>Physical Requirements To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions for this position and meet the physical requirements needed to perform them, including but not limited to frequently require the ability to drive a forklift, sit; hear or talk: use close vision; use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects; and type and manipulate controls. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities. While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate: <ul><li>Must be able to lift, push, pull, carry up to 50 lbs. frequently</li><li>Must be able to bend, stand, walk, sit, kneel frequently</li><li>Is comfortable operating equipment and repetitive tasks throughout their shift</li><li>Is able to handle potential changes in temperature on site, humidity and wetness in working areas </li></ul>What We’re Looking For <ul><li>High school diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience preferred</li><li>Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment preferred</li><li>6-12 months working experience preferred</li><li>Experience with hand pallet jacks preferred</li><li>Basic computer proficiency and mathematical skills</li><li>Ability and comfort with performing routine tasks</li><li>Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication in English (preferred)</li><li>Willing to work overtime </li></ul>What’s in it for you? <ul><li>$18/hr</li><li>Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)</li><li>Life Insurance</li><li>Safe harbor 401(k) plan</li><li>Paid Time Off</li><li>Opportunities for Advancement with a Rapidly Growing, Mission-Driven Organization </li></ul>Employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen. Divert Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact the Divert Recruiting Team, Recruiting@divertinc.com

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