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About the Role

Miller Environmental Group (MEG) is seeking Field Laborers / Technicians to join our field operations team. This position performs hands-on environmental cleanup, industrial cleaning, decontamination, spill response, and basic remediation tasks under direct supervision. This role supports both emergency response and scheduled project work. The work is physical and demanding, often performed in challenging environments, and requires a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and accountability.

Responsibilities

Perform environmental cleanup, industrial cleaning, and decontamination work under supervision
Assist with spill response, emergency deployments, and basic remediation tasks
Handle, package, and transport contaminated materials in compliance with regulations
Wear, maintain, and properly use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Perform strenuous physical labor including digging, lifting, shoveling, debris removal, and hose handling
Assist with containment setup and site preparation
Support vacuum truck operations (hose handling, spotting, equipment setup)
Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment
Clean tools, equipment, and work areas using appropriate cleaning methods
Maintain basic site records such as container or material counts
Participate in daily safety briefings and required training
Report safety hazards, equipment issues, or unusual site conditions
Work extended shifts (8–12+ hours), including nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs
Participate in on-call emergency response
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Valid, unrestricted driver’s license (non-CDL)
Reliable transportation
Ability to lift 40–50 lbs and perform heavy physical labor
Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, and varying weather conditions
Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and on uneven terrain
Willingness to get dirty
Willingness to work extended hours, overtime, travel, weekends, holidays, and on-call
Ability to wear respirators and meet OSHA respiratory protection and facial hair requirements
Strong reliability, teamwork, and willingness to learn and try new things
Must pass a fit-for-duty physical, drug/alcohol screening, and background check

Skills

Environmental cleanup
Industrial cleaning
Decontamination
Spill response
Remediation tasks
Handling, packaging, and transporting contaminated materials
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage
Heavy physical labor
Digging
Lifting
Shoveling
Debris removal
Hose handling
Containment setup
Site preparation
Vacuum truck operations support
Tool and equipment loading/unloading
Tool and equipment cleaning
Basic site record maintenance
Safety briefing participation
Hazard reporting
Teamwork
Reliability

Location

Rock Tavern, NY

Work Type

Full Time
On-Call
Travel
Emergency Response

Experience Level

Depending on experience

Salary/Compensations

$20+/hour
Overtime pay after 8 hours in a day
1.5x pay for Saturday work
2x pay for Sunday work

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first day of the month following hire
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%
15 paid days off annually (which increases each year of service)
10 paid holidays
Company-paid life insurance
Company-paid training, certifications, and required safety qualifications

About the Company

Miller Environmental Group is an environmental services company specializing in emergency response, remediation, and industrial cleaning.
With multiple branch locations and rapid-deployment capabilities, MEG supports clients during routine operations and critical incidents—helping protect people, property, and the environment.

Equal Opportunity

Miller Environmental Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.