Divert · 1 day ago
Assistant Technician
Assonet, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$22/hr - $22/hr
0+ years expDivert is a circular economy company focused on preventing food waste through innovative technologies. The Assistant Technician will play a crucial role in food analysis and recovery by performing various tasks related to the inspection and management of organic materials under the direction of the Lead Technician.
RecyclingSustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
Executes on various tasks including the inspection, breakdown, cleaning, and stacking of organic material bins
Wear proper PPE for duties assigned
Operating other equipment as assigned ie sweeper, power washers, HMI interfaces
Maintains a clean and safe work environment and escalates concerns to Lead Technician or Managers in real time
Operation of power pallet jacks, forklift duties may include unloading trucks and processing food waste
Assist with basic PM tasks and other operational activities as assigned
Participation in all shift handoff meetings, scheduled trainings, and other meeting as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to perform various tasks including the inspection, breakdown, cleaning, and stacking of organic material bins
Wear proper PPE for duties assigned
Operating other equipment as assigned ie sweeper, power washers, HMI interfaces
Maintains a clean and safe work environment and escalates concerns to Lead Technician or Managers in real time
Operation of power pallet jacks, forklift duties may include unloading trucks and processing food waste
Assist with basic PM tasks and other operational activities as assigned
Participation in all shift handoff meetings, scheduled trainings, and other meeting as assigned
Must be able to lift, push, pull, carry up to 50 lbs frequently
Must be able to bend, stand, walk, sit, kneel frequently
Is comfortable operating equipment and repetitive tasks throughout their shift
Is able to handle potential changes in temperature on site, humidity and wetness in working areas
Basic computer proficiency and mathematical skills
Ability and comfort with performing routine tasks
Willing to work overtime
Preferred
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience preferred
Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment preferred
6-12 months maintenance, industrial maintenance, or auto mechanic experience preferred
Experience operating pressure washers and power pallet jacks preferred
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication in English (preferred)
Benefits
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
Company
Divert
Divert provides sustainable infrastructure solutions that eliminates waste from the retail industry.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (2)
2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$102.71MKey Investors
Enbridge
2023-03-01Private Equity· $100M
2018-01-02Undisclosed· $2.71M
Leadership Team
Nick Whitman
Co-Founder & COO
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