Lead Technician

Today, the U.S. alone generates more than 100 million tons of wasted food annually, with over 50% going to landfills or incinerators. What’s more, wasted food contributes 8% to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Divert is tackling these crises head on, delivering immense progress towards eliminating wasted food through its unique solutions – from converting wasted food into renewable fuels to feeding those in need.

Divert works with the top retailers in the industry, including Ahold Delhaize, Albertsons, CVS, Kroger, Target, and others, and nearly 5,400 retail stores across the U.S., providing technology, logistics, and anaerobic digestion facilities to help retailers reach their sustainability goals. The company processes more than 232,000 tons of wasted food a year and, through its collaboration with some of the nation’s largest food retailers and relationships with local food banks and nonprofits, Divert has facilitated the donation of more than 10 million pounds of food to people, rather than going to waste.

What You’ll Do

Under the direction of the Process and Plant Managers, Divert’s Lead Technicians play a pivotal role as they drive operational efficiencies while championing our safety and culture initiatives. Our Lead Technicians work in our Analytics, Modular, and complete RNG facilities, utilizing cutting edge technology to solve the food waste crisis.

Shift Available: Tues-Sat, 6:00 am – 2:30pm

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

• Lead daily plant operations including shift handoffs where daily objectives are communicated to the team; communicate with fellow team members throughout the shift in regards to any issues within the plant and report operational shortcomings to the Process and Plant Managers in real time
• Covers gaps in all positions of the operation to handle callouts and vacations
• Ensures execution of daily sanitation tasks
• Leads special projects and plant improvement projects
• Assists with logistics of unloading of trailers as needed to meet deadlines
• Leads the rerouting of material as needed
• Ensuring the team adheres to all safety guidelines including but not limited to PPEs, LOTO, Fall Prevention, Confined Space, Hot Work, and more
• Conducts daily plant audits
• Troubleshoots and leads the maintenance and repair of feedstock processing equipment
• Completes PM and maintenance on numerous types of equipment including but not limited to: three phase motors, gearboxes, hydraulic power units, compressors, augers, submersible sump pumps, progressive cavity pumps, pressure washers, hammermill, strainpress, forklifts, pallet jacks, floor scrubbers, and more
• Other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

• HS Diploma or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
• 2 year Technical Degree, Associate’s degree, or Military background is a plus
• 1-3 years Maintenance, Industrial Maintenance, or Auto Mechanic experience
• 1-3 years in a Leadership role
• Forklift experience required
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication in English
• Basic computer proficiency and mathematical skills
• Experience leading in a fast-paced environment
• Willing to work overtime

What’s in it for you?

• $26 per hour
• 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

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.