CDL Driver Class A / Field Laborer – Environmental Services

Miller Environmental Group Inc•Town of Islip, NY

16d•$30

About The Position

Miller Environmental Group is seeking a CDL Class A Driver / Field Laborer to support environmental services operations. The position operates CDL Class A commercial vehicles used in environmental remediation, waste transport, industrial cleaning, and spill response, and performs hands-on field labor when not driving. The role supports emergency response and scheduled project work, requiring flexibility, physical endurance, technical awareness, and a strong commitment to safety. Work is performed in challenging environments under DOT, OSHA, and company safety requirements. The position is field-based and primarily outdoors, often for 8–12 or more hours per day, with exposure to noise, traffic, chemicals, uneven terrain, confined spaces, and elevated work areas. Required PPE includes coveralls, gloves, eye protection, respirators, air monitors, and protective suits; fully encapsulated Level A PPE with SCBA may be required for extended periods. The role includes emergency response deployments and on-call operations, potentially at night, as well as extended hours, overtime, nights, weekends, holidays, and travel when needed. Starting pay is $30 or more per hour, depending on experience. Overtime is paid after eight hours in a day, with 1.5 times pay for Saturday work and double pay for Sunday work. The company offers medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning the first day of the month following hire; a 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%; 15 paid days off annually, increasing with tenure, plus 10 paid holidays; company-paid life insurance; and company-paid training, certifications, and CDL renewals. Advancement opportunities include senior driver and leadership roles.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid, unrestricted CDL Class A license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to safely operate CDL vehicles and complete DOT documentation.
Ability to lift 40–50 pounds 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, nights, weekends, and holidays; travel when needed; and be on-call, potentially in the middle of the night.
Ability to wear respirators and meet OSHA respiratory protection and facial hair requirements.
Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Strong reliability, teamwork, and willingness to learn and try new things.
Must pass a DOT physical, fit-for-duty physical, drug/alcohol screening, and background check.
Ability to use required PPE, including coveralls, gloves, eye protection, respirators, air monitors, and protective suits.
Ability to wear fully encapsulated Level A PPE with SCBA for extended periods when required.

Nice To Haves

Prior CDL driving experience in environmental, industrial, or construction settings.
Experience with vacuum trucks, tankers, or roll-off equipment.

Responsibilities

Operate CDL Class A commercial vehicles safely and in compliance with DOT and company requirements.
Drive tractor trailers, tankers, roll-off trucks, vacuum trucks, and other CDL units.
Transport regulated and non-regulated materials between job sites, facilities, and disposal locations.
Secure loads and ensure proper labeling and placarding for hazardous materials.
Maneuver large vehicles in tight or complex jobsite conditions, using spotters as required.
Perform and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Maintain required DOT logs (DTR/DDL) and compliance documentation.
Immediately report accidents, violations, defects, or equipment issues.
Travel to weigh stations as required for load verification.
Assist with environmental cleanup, remediation, spill response, and industrial cleaning.
Support emergency response deployments and on-call operations.
Handle, package, and transport regulated materials under supervision.
Assist in setting up containment and work zones.
Clean contaminated equipment and work areas using appropriate methods and tools.
Load and unload tools, materials, debris, and equipment.
Perform physical labor, including digging, shoveling, site preparation, and debris removal.
Support vacuum truck operations, including hose handling and spotting.
Maintain basic field documentation, such as container counts or material tracking.
Participate in daily safety meetings and required training.
Report safety hazards, equipment problems, or unusual site conditions.
Perform other duties as assigned based on business needs.

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, increasing with tenure, plus 10 paid holidays.
Company-paid life insurance.
Company-paid CDL-related, safety, equipment, and hazmat training.
Paid certifications and CDL renewals.
Overtime pay after 8 hours in a day.
1.5x pay for Saturday work.
2x pay for Sunday work.
Significant overtime opportunities due to emergency response and project demands.
Advancement opportunities into senior driver or leadership roles.
Long-term career growth with a company that promotes from within.