Environmental Field Technician — Emergency Response

Miller Environmental Group; Dover, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Company‑paid life insurance

Job summary

Miller Environmental Group is seeking Field Laborers / Technicians for hands‑on environmental cleanup, spill response, and basic remediation tasks in Dover, DE. This full‑time role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and accountability while supporting both emergency response and scheduled projects.

The position offers starting pay of $20+/hour with overtime, plus benefits such as medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) match, generous paid time off, and company‑paid life insurance.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older (in some locations, 21+).
• 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 (potentially middle of the night).
• Ability to wear respirators and meet OSHA respiratory protection 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.
• Experience in environmental services, construction, industrial cleaning, mechanical, landscaping or general labor is a plus.
• Spill response, remediation, or hazardous materials experience a plus.

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.
• 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.

Job description

Miller Environmental Group is seeking Field Laborers / Technicians for hands‑on environmental cleanup, spill response, and basic remediation tasks in Dover, DE. This full‑time role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and accountability while supporting both emergency response and scheduled projects.

The position offers starting pay of $20+/hour with overtime, plus benefits such as medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) match, generous paid time off, and company‑paid life insurance.