Senior Technician

Divert; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental Benefits

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

Divert is seeking a Senior Technician to operate in our RNG facilities, reporting to the Plant Manager. You will support daily operation plans, monitor system performance with the Divert HMI, and perform CIP procedures while maintaining high safety standards.

You will cross-train across processing positions, ensure sanitation, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires a HS diploma, 1–3 years in maintenance, leadership experience, forklift certification, and good

Qualifications

• 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 preferred.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Partners with the plant supervisor to execute the daily operation plan.
• Interacts with the Divert HMI to monitor system performance and drive results.
• Performs CIP procedures and ensures titration accuracy.
• Cross-trained to support all processing positions on the plant floor.
• Oversees daily sanitation tasks and safety initiatives (LOTO, Fall Prevention, etc.).
• Identifies safety, environmental, and operational risks and escalates as needed.
• Supports maintenance and repair of feedstock processing equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance

Forklift

English proficiency

Overtime willingness

Education

High School Diploma

Technical Degree / Associate

Military background (plus)

Tools

HMI

Forklift operation

CIP procedures (Biosis, MBR, decanter)

Job description

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 US to reduce wasted food and positively impact people and the environment.

What you’ll do:

Under the direction of the Assistant Plant Manager and Plant Supervisor, Divert’s Senior Technicians play a pivotal role as they drive operational efficiencies while championing our safety and culture initiatives. Our Senior Technicians work in our RNG facilities, utilizing cutting-edge technology to solve the food waste crisis.

Shifts Available:

• Nights, 2/2/3, 6p to 6:30a

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:

Partners with the plant supervisor to execute the daily operation plan.

Engages directly with the Divert HMI daily to understand system performance, troubleshoot issues, and drive results that meet leadership-defined standards.

Assists with and executes clean-in-place (CIP) procedures, including but not limited to Biosis, MBR, and decanter operations, while ensuring titration accuracy and process adherence.

Cross-trained and able to support in all processing positions on the plant floor

Ensures execution of daily sanitation tasks

Safety leadership – ensures the team delivers excellence in LOTO, Fall Prevention, Confined Space, Hot Work, PPE, and more

Identifies and communicates potential safety, environmental, and operational risks within the food waste RNG facility; responds promptly to alarms, abnormal conditions, spills, equipment failures, and other emergencies; and escalates issues to leadership or emergency response personnel as needed.

Cross-trained to assist in the maintenance and repair of feedstock processing equipment and other RNG facility equipment.

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 preferred

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:

$26-28/hour (+ $2/hr differential for night shift)

Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (effective the first of the month following your date of hire!)

Life Insurance

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.

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 [e-mail] .