Senior Technician

Divert; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision and Dental Benefits (im

Life Insurance

Safe harbor 401(k) plan

Paid Time Off

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

Divert Inc. is seeking a Senior Technician to join our RNG facilities in North Carolina. You will drive operational efficiencies, monitor system performance, and support safety and culture initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Under supervision, you will perform CIP procedures, engage with the HMI, and participate in plant reporting and cross-training across processing positions to ensure safe, reliable operations.

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.
• 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.
• Daily plant reporting – Divert Digital Platform, Maintenance Connection, etc.
• 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

Skills

Forklift experience

Leadership experience

Written and verbal communication

Willing to work overtime

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

2 year Technical Degree / Associate’s degree

Job description

About Divert

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.

About Divert

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.

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

• Days, 2/2/3, 6a to 6:30p
• 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.
• Daily plant reporting – Divert Digital Platform, Maintenance Connection, etc.
• 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
• 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.

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].