Divert · 1 day ago
Assistant Technician
Bakersfield, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $18/hr
0+ years expDivert is a circular economy company focused on preventing food waste through innovative technologies. The Assistant Technician plays a crucial role in the food analysis and recovery process by executing various tasks related to food sorting and maintenance under the direction of the Lead Technician.
RecyclingSustainabilityWaste Management
Responsibilities
Organizing, sorting and processing packaged food product to be donated
Executes on various tasks including the 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
Operation of hand pallet jacks
Assists Lead Technician with basic 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
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
Basic computer proficiency and mathematical skills
Ability and comfort with performing routine tasks
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication in English
Willing to work overtime
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
Preferred
Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment
6-12 months working experience
Experience with hand pallet jacks
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
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$102.71MKey Investors
Wittington InvestmentsEnbridge
2026-01-20Corporate Round
2023-03-01Private Equity· $100M
2018-01-02Undisclosed· $2.71M
Leadership Team
Nick Whitman
Co-Founder & COO
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