Archaeological Field Technician

About the role

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long‑lasting impacts for communities and clients in power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. The Environmental Sector delivers comprehensive environmental solutions for renewable energy, oil‑gas, transportation, and manufacturing industries, with one of the largest multimedia air and land permitting and compliance teams in the country. TRC has immediate openings for Archaeological Field Technicians in the Columbia, South Carolina office. This part‑time/as‑needed position may involve participation in archaeological field projects ranging from small local surveys to large, multi‑state projects, with opportunity for full‑time employment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with other TRC archaeologists in the Planning, Permitting, and Licensing practice.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for work, strong commitment to client service and technical excellence.
• Enjoy challenges of working in a fast‑paced environment and helping develop effective solutions to expected and unexpected project challenges.
• Regular travel; some projects may require overtime and/or extended workdays and work weeks.
• Walk long distances and perform physically demanding tasks in varying environments and conditions (e.g., steep terrain, heat, cold).
• Abide by company policies and procedures.
• Complete background check and drug screen prior to employment.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• BA degree in Anthropology or a related field.
• Some archaeological field experience in the Southeast preferred but not necessary.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work closely with others as part of a larger project team.
• Commitment to quality and safety.
• Strong work ethic.
• Three professional references with contact information (to be included with resume).
• Successfully pass a drug test prior to employment or within five working days from date of hire, plus pre‑employment background check, physical and motor vehicle records check.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options with company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full‑time or part‑time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full‑time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 paid holidays per year.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave for all employees (including part‑time) in accordance with state law.
• Benefits applicable to US employees; jurisdiction‑specific packages for international employees.

Pay

Salary range: USD $20.00 – USD $25.00 per hour. Compensation varies based on experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors. Employees may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against KPIs.

Schedule

Part‑time/as‑needed position with opportunity for full‑time employment.