Archaeological Field Technician

About the role

We are seeking Archaeological Field Technicians for upcoming Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III archaeological surveys in Tennessee, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina. These are temporary field assignments. This role requires onsite field work M-F. The successful candidates will be within a 5-hour drive to that location.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of field-related tasks including mapping, writing field notes, and taking photographs
• Excavate and screen soils
• Identify cultural features and artifacts
• Maintain equipment and supplies
• Auxiliary in archaeological reconnaissance surveys and shovel testing
• Auxiliary in compass navigation
• Auxiliary in the further delineation of archaeological sites identified during survey via intensive shovel testing and/or excavation of larger test units
• Auxiliary in survey and/or site set-up (e.g., site clearing, grid establishment)
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology (Archaeology) or closely related discipline (e.g., geomorphology, history) preferred
• 0-2 years of related experience; applicants with archaeological field school and/or previous cultural resource management experience preferred
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually as necessary as well as to write legibly
• Ability to take direction to the satisfaction of the Crew Chief or Field Supervisor
• Must possess a valid Driver's License and be willing to travel

Physical Demands

• The successful candidates must be able to walk and/or hike over various terrains, sometimes over great distances (average daily walking distances up to 2 miles), while carrying both personal and company equipment (e.g., shovels, screens).
• The job requires repeated bending, lifting, screening, kneeling, and digging.
• Work Environment: A standard workday is 8-10 hours, it is typically outdoors, and sometimes under adverse weather conditions requiring appropriate clothing (e.g., work boots, rain gear, cold-weather gear).

Compensation

The approximate compensation rate for this position is $25 per hour. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.