As-Needed Archaeological Field Technician - Nevada

Overview

Location(s): Nevada
Practice/Department: Emerging Regions
Work Environment: Field
Compensation: $22.00-$30.00/hourly*

Position Overview

We are seeking qualified, experienced Archaeological Field Technicians/Monitors for various construction projects in the state of Nevada and Utah. There may also be opportunities to work on archaeological projects outside Nevada and Utah, primarily in the states of California, Colorado, Texas, and Wyoming.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring
• On-site communication with construction and Native American personnel
• Maintaining daily logs that include detailed descriptions of construction activities, communication, and future plans
• Communicating effectively with crew leader to verify understanding of instructions or site-specific information
• Scientific photography, measurement, artifact identification, and recordation of resources
• Working well with a team to ensure clear communication during excavation
• Identifying buried resources and documenting them effectively while working in a team

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Previous archaeological survey experience within Arizona
• Experience recording a variety of site and isolate types in this region
• Physical ability to carry equipment and supplies (up to 40 lbs.) and walk or hike for long hours during fieldwork
• Valid driver’s license and active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Previous archaeological survey experience in California, the Desert West, the Pacific Northwest and/or the Mid-Atlantic, and experience recording a variety of site and isolate types in the respective region(s)
• Understanding and willingness to safely accommodate difficult weather and other environmental conditions and challenges
• Knowledge of and experience using ESRI Collector and/or Field Maps

Compensation

Competitive wages are based on level of education and experience. Final agreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

Physical Requirements

• Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting
• Capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50lbs in a team lift (two or more employees)
• Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time