Archaeological Technician - On-Call

Mead & Hunt, a nationally recognized professional services consulting firm, is seeking a problem-solver to join our collaborative and innovative Cultural Resources team.

Schedule

Hours for this position could vary weekly from zero to 40, and potentially sometimes more than 40. Work is primarily Monday through Friday.

Responsibilities

• Identifying archaeological artifacts and features
• Performing field, laboratory, or office tasks
• Understanding and executing field methodologies, as well as laboratory and reporting methodologies as appropriate
• Training less experienced Archaeological Technicians in appropriate field techniques
• Communicating project, safety, or vehicle issues
• Completing field notes and paperwork
• Completing tasks on time and on budget
• Traveling to project sites around the Mid-Atlantic

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in anthropology, archaeology, or closely related field from an accredited college or university OR at least four (4) years of hands-on experience conducting archaeological studies in a cultural resource management setting

Qualifications

• Completion of archaeological field school (preferred)
• Knowledge of standard archaeological field methods for all phases of investigation
• Understanding of the primary themes of prehistory and history in our region
• Basic understanding of the National Register of Historic Places Criteria for Evaluation
• Understanding of data collection using handheld GPS units
• Experience reading maps and using a compass
• Ability to dig, kneel and crouch for extended periods of time, lift at least 40 pounds, walk long distances across challenging terrain, and maintain adequate fitness to perform tasks
• Ability to work outdoors in hot or cold temperatures, in conditions that may include wind, rain, and/or snow
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self-motivated and able to work well both independently and as part of a team

Benefits

This is currently an on-call position with no benefits, but it could potentially be converted to a regular, benefits-eligible position depending on workload.

Pay

Hourly wage range: $20.00–$23.00. Actual compensation may vary due to factors such as experience, skill set, or location.