Field Technician: Environmental Cleanup & Emergency Response

Miller Environmental Group Inc; Rock Tavern (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

15 paid days off annually + 10 paidhol

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Miller Environmental Group in Rock Tavern, NY is hiring a Field Laborer / Technician for environmental services. This on-site role involves hands-on cleanup, decontamination, spill response, and remediation tasks under supervision.

The job blends emergency deployments with scheduled projects and requires strong safety discipline and teamwork. Starting pay is $20+ per hour, with overtime after 8 hours, higher weekend rates, and growth opportunities into CDL driver or leadership tracks.

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.
• Outdoor work in extreme heat, cold, or varying weather.
• Work in confined spaces, at heights, and on uneven terrain.
• Willingness to get dirty and work extended hours/overtime.
• Ability to wear respirators and meet OSHA requirements.
• Pass a fit-for-duty physical, drug/alcohol screening, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental cleanup, industrial cleaning, and decontamination under supervision.
• Assist with spill response, emergency deployments, and basic remediation tasks.
• Handle, package, and transport contaminated materials per regulations.
• Wear and maintain PPE and safety equipment.
• Perform strenuous physical labor (digging, lifting, shoveling, debris removal).
• Assist with containment setup and site prep.
• Support vacuum truck operations (hose handling and equipment setup).
• Load/unload tools and materials; clean tools and work areas.
• Maintain basic site records and participate in safety briefings.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety-focused

Teamwork

Ability to work outdoors

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PPE usage

Vacuum truck operations

Job description

Miller Environmental Group in Rock Tavern, NY is hiring a Field Laborer / Technician for environmental services. This on-site role involves hands-on cleanup, decontamination, spill response, and remediation tasks under supervision.

The job blends emergency deployments with scheduled projects and requires strong safety discipline and teamwork. Starting pay is $20+ per hour, with overtime after 8 hours, higher weekend rates, and growth opportunities into CDL driver or leadership tracks.