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Empire Group

Name: Empire Group
Address: 1440 Carbon Street, Reading, PA, 19601, US
Telephone: +16103726511
Price range: $$

Established in 1955, the Empire Group includes 5 companies, powered by more than 200 dedicated emplo The company began in 1955, when Harry "Wh**ey" O'Neill Jr.

The Empire Group includes 5 companies: Empire Services, demolition, emergency response and excavation; Elk Environmental Services, emergency response, environmental remediation, waste management, lab packing & compliance training; Berks Transfer, waste disposal; Delaware Valley Contractors (DVC), a full-service trucking company; and Delaware Valley Utility Contractors (DVUC), directional drilling

& utility repairs. Celebrating over 60 years of service, the Empire Group is powered by more than 200 dedicated employees and more than 400 pieces of equipment. founded Empire Wrecking Co., of Reading, PA. In 1972, the second generation became leaders of the company. Wh**ey's sons, Harry J. O'Neill III, President, & Todd M. O'Neill, Exec. Vice President, lead the Empire Group.

06/23/2026

Enjoy summer savings with our affiliate Elk Environmental Services’ Bi-Annual Training Sale! For the month of July, SAVE 20% on ANY HAZWOPER training.
✔️ 8-Hour HAZWOPER Refresher
✔️ 24-Hour HAZWOPER
✔️ 40-Hour HAZWOPER

SAVE 20% from July 1–31, and choose to take your course in July or later this year—whatever works best for your schedule. Contact Jamie Caron or Ed Clemas to schedule your HAZWOPER training on July 1st!

06/19/2026

The hard work and dedication the fathers and guardians display at Empire Group show their commitment to being great dads. Have a wonderful Father’s Day!

06/16/2026

Are you interested in environmental services? Empire Group has immediate hire positions at our affiliate Elk Environmental Services:

Elk Environmental Services | elkenv.com
Senior Lab Pack Chemist - Reading, PA
Technical Waste Estimator - Reading, PA

Send your resume to Tonia Carlile at [email protected] today.

06/09/2026

Did you know this year marks the 30th anniversary of National Safety Month? The National Safety Council (NSC) launched National Safety Month in 1996 to increase awareness of preventable injuries and fatalities both in the workplace and beyond. Read more at https://www.empiregroupreading.com/national-safety-month-2026-building-a-stronger-culture-of-workplace-safety.

06/02/2026

It’s been a busy month for our affiliate, Delaware Valley Contractors (DVC)!

From connecting with the community at the annual Touch-a-Truck event to keeping projects moving by transporting heavy equipment like pavers and excavators, the DVC team has been hard at work.

They’ve also helped keep multiple job sites clean, organized, and efficient with their reliable dumpster services.

Whether it's hauling equipment, managing waste, or sharing their passion for the industry with the next generation, Delaware Valley Contractors continues to deliver. Learn more about DVC and their services at delawarevalleycontractors.com.

05/26/2026

Are you interested in transportation or environmental services? Empire Group has a variety of immediate hire positions at our affiliates:

Elk Environmental Services | elkenv.com
Senior Lab Pack Chemist - Reading, PA
Hazmat CDL Driver - Reading, PA
Technical Waste Estimator - Reading, PA
Environmental Field Service Technician - Reading, PA
CDL A Driver - Wysox, PA

Berks Transfer | berkstransfer.com
CDL Class B Driver

Delaware Valley Contractors | delawarevalleycontractors.com
CDL A & B drivers

Send your resume to Tonia Carlile at [email protected] today.

05/22/2026

We wish everyone a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend! Our office will be closed on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day. Our office will reopen on Tuesday, May 26th.

05/19/2026

As we look forward to summer, we’re reflecting on some of the exciting projects completed by Empire Group affiliate Empire Services over the past few months. From excavating a corral to dismantling a roof, the Empire Services team has taken on a wide range of projects. Want to learn more? Reading on at https://www.empiregroupreading.com/empire-services-spotlight-spring-project-highlights.

05/15/2026

At Empire Group, we proudly recognize and honor our employees and their family members who are currently serving in our Armed Forces. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice inspire us every day!

05/12/2026

Construction season is here—bringing new opportunities along with increased safety risks. As temperatures rise and job sites become more active, now is the time to ensure your team is properly trained to work safely, efficiently, and in compliance.

Elk Environmental Services, one of our affiliates, provides the training your crew needs to reduce risk and maintain productivity. Their courses—including Fall Protection, Electrical Safety, OSHA 10 & 30 Construction, and First Aid/CPR—are designed to meet current industry standards and real-world job site demands.

Don’t wait for incidents to disrupt your projects—prioritize safety from day one.
Contact Ed Clemas or Jamie Caron today to schedule your team’s training!

Address

1440 Carbon Street
Reading, PA
19601

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16103726511

Website

https://www.empiregroupreading.com/

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