Assistant Technician; Day Shift

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.

Reporting to the Plant Supervisors, Divert’s Assistant Technicians play a pivotal role in the food analysis and recovery process as they execute various prep, cleaning, light maintenance and other activities. Divert’s Turlock, CA facility receives unsold food from clients, analyzes the content, separates the packaging from the organics that can then be digested, and ultimately processes the mixed liquor through our anaerobic digestion tank.

The end result is renewable natural gas (RNG) tied into a local NG pipeline.

This is a safety‑sensitive position and requires a clear mind and diligence. The employee is responsible for his/her safety as well as the safety of others.

• Executes on various tasks including the inspection, breakdown, cleaning, and stacking of organic material bins
• Wears proper PPE for duties assigned
• Operates other equipment as assigned (e.g., sweeper, power washers, HMI interfaces)
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and escalates concerns to Supervisor or Managers in real time
• Performs forklift duties including unloading trucks and processing food waste
• Assists 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

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 driving a forklift, sitting, hearing or talking, using close vision, using hands to grasp, handle or feel objects, and typing and manipulating controls. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate:

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

• High school diploma or equivalent; a combination of education, training, and/or experience is preferred
• Experience working in a manufacturing/production environment is preferred
• 6–12 months of maintenance, industrial maintenance, or auto‑mechanic experience is preferred
• Experience operating pressure washers and forklifts is preferred
• Basic computer proficiency and mathematical skills
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication in English (preferred)
• Willingness to work overtime

• $20 per hour
• Health, vision, and dental benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for advancement within a rapidly growing, mission‑driven organization

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 at