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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.
Position Summary:
Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, Divert’s Maintenance Technicians play a pivotal role as they drive operational efficiencies while championing our safety and culture initiatives. Our Maintenance Technicians work in our Integrated Food Processing and Renewable Natural Gas facilities, utilizing cutting edge technology to solve the food waste crisis.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety regulations and policies including but not limited to PPEs, gas monitoring devices, LOTO, Fall Prevention, Confined Space, Hot Work, and more.
Conducts daily plant walkthroughs for safety, equipment inspections, and review of the HMI/controls for operational parameters
Completes PM and maintenance schedule on time on numerous types of equipment including but not limited to motors, gearboxes, hydraulic power units, various presses, compressors, blowers, augers, pumps, heat exchangers, pressurized vessels and systems, fluid tanks, filtering and scrubbing vessels
Troubleshoots and repairs processing equipment, anaerobic digestion equipment, wastewater treatment equipment, and RNG purification equipment.
Coordinates and communicates downtime of equipment for planned maintenance operations with the Site leadership team
Utilize tools and equipment: Use a variety of hand and power tools to perform maintenance tasks, including mechanical, welding, plumbing, and electrical work as needed.
Document all maintenance activities in the Computerized Maintenance Management System
Assists in inventory management for spare parts and equipment for the site
Understands and drives maintenance activities to optimize key performance indicators
Coordinates and supervises 3rd party contractors as needed to execute maintenance operations
Leads or supports special projects and plant improvements
Operates powered industrial vehicles (PIV’s) to include but not limited to forklifts, scissor lifts, front end loaders, and aerial platform lifts
Other duties as assigned include supplementing process manpower at the appropriate level of training per the skills matrix.
Physical Requirements:
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 require the ability to drive a forklift, sit; hear or talk: use close vision; use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects; and type and manipulate 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, 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
Minimum Education and Experience
HS Diploma or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
2-3 years Industrial Maintenance, Fabrication, Landfill RNG, or Reciprocating Compressor experience
2-year technical degree, associate’s degree in a relevant field, or military background is a plus
1-3 years in a Leadership role is a plus
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication in English
Basic computer proficiency and mathematical skills
Strong understanding of mechanical systems and troubleshooting skills are essential.
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Technical aptitude and ability to think critically
Willing to work overtime
What's In It For You?
Compensation Range: $30-34 per hour
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.