Field Laborer / Technician – Environmental Services

Miller Environmental Group • Chester, SC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Miller Environmental Group is seeking Field Laborers / Technicians to join its field operations team in Chester, SC. This full-time, on-call role involves hands-on environmental cleanup, industrial cleaning, decontamination, spill response, and basic remediation under direct supervision. The position supports both emergency response and scheduled project work, with travel and rapid mobilization for environmental emergencies. The work is physical and demanding, often taking place in challenging environments, and requires a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and accountability.

Employees may work extended shifts of 8–12 or more hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs. Overtime opportunities are common. Starting pay is $20 or more per hour, depending on experience. Overtime is paid after eight hours in a day; Saturday work is paid at 1.5 times the rate and Sunday work at twice the rate.

Miller Environmental Group offers company-paid training, certifications, and required safety qualifications, along with hands-on experience and advancement opportunities into Technician, Driver (CDL), and Leadership roles. The company describes long-term career growth and a policy of promoting from within.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old; in some locations, the minimum age may be 21.
• Have a valid, unrestricted non-CDL driver's license.
• Have reliable transportation.
• Be able to lift 40–50 pounds and perform heavy physical labor.
• Be able to work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, and varying weather conditions.
• Be able to work in confined spaces, at heights, and on uneven terrain.
• Be willing to get dirty.
• Be willing to work extended hours, overtime, travel, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts, potentially in the middle of the night.
• Be able to wear respirators and meet OSHA respiratory protection and facial hair requirements.
• Demonstrate reliability, teamwork, and willingness to learn and try new things.
• Pass a fit-for-duty physical, drug/alcohol screening, and background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in environmental services, construction, industrial cleaning, mechanical work, landscaping, or general labor involving tools or equipment.
• Spill response, remediation, or hazardous materials experience.

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, including hose handling, spotting, and 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, and unusual site conditions.
• Work extended shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-outs.
• Participate in on-call emergency response.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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 each year of service.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid training, certifications, and required safety qualifications.
• Advancement opportunities into Technician, Driver (CDL), and Leadership roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed