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About the Role

Miller Environmental Group (MEG) is seeking Field Laborers / Technicians to perform 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, involving physical and demanding tasks in challenging environments with a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and accountability. Serve in a first-responder-like role, rapidly mobilizing to environmental emergencies and doing meaningful work that protects people, critical infrastructure, and the environment.

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 PPE, including respirators and fully encapsulated Level A suits
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), without driving CDL vehicles
Load and unload tools, materials, and equipment (non-CDL)
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 work extended hours, overtime, travel, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotations
Ability to wear respirators and meet OSHA respiratory protection and facial hair requirements
Strong reliability, teamwork, and willingness to learn
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
Use of PPE including respirators and Level A suits
Heavy physical labor
Digging
Lifting
Shoveling
Debris removal
Hose handling
Containment setup
Site preparation
Vacuum truck operations support
Loading and unloading tools, materials, and equipment
Equipment cleaning
Basic site record maintenance
Safety briefing participation
Hazard reporting
Emergency response
Environmental services experience
Construction experience
Mechanical aptitude
Equipment support experience

Location

Lancaster, NY

Work Type

On-Call
Travel
Emergency Response
Full-time

Experience Level

Entry Level

Salary/Compensations

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

Benefits

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%
15 paid days off annually (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.