Field Laborer / Technician – Environmental Services
$41,600–$41,600 year
On-siteDover, Delaware, United States
Job Summary
Conduct environmental cleanup, industrial cleaning, and decontamination under direct supervision while handling, packaging, and transporting contaminated materials in compliance with regulations. Assist with spill response, emergency deployments, and basic remediation tasks including containment setup, site preparation, and support for vacuum truck operations. Perform strenuous physical labor such as digging, lifting, and debris removal while maintaining and using required PPE including respirators and encapsulated suits. Maintain site records, clean tools and equipment, and participate in daily safety briefings and training. Report hazards and unusual conditions during extended shifts of 8–12+ hours, including nights, weekends, and emergency call-outs.
Required Qualifications
- Must be 18 years of age or older (in some locations, the requirement may be 21 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 get dirty
- Willingness to work extended hours, overtime, travel, weekends, holidays, and on-call (potentially in the middle of the night)
- Ability to wear respirators and meet OSHA respiratory protection and facial hair 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
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in environmental services, construction, industrial cleaning, mechanical, landscaping or general labor (work that requires tools and/or equipment)
- Spill response, remediation, or hazardous materials experience a plus
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