As-Needed Paleontological Field Technicians (Across CA)

About the role

We are seeking as-needed Paleontological Field Technicians who will be responsible for providing paleontological mitigation support throughout California. This role will be responsible for conducting paleontological monitoring on construction sites, including preparation for sustained monitoring in a variety of climates and ecologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction mitigation monitoring for paleontological resources.
• Collect detailed and accurate field data with a focus on the geology and stratigraphy of the site and prepare clear and concise daily monitoring reports to summarize the data.
• Collect fossils during monitoring, perform/assist with small- and large-scale fossil salvage that may include plaster jacketing or bulk matrix sampling.
• Clean, organize, and prepare fossils for institutional curation.
• Work under the direction of a qualified paleontologist.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in geology, paleontology, or a closely related field, with coursework and field training in paleontology and sedimentary geology.
• Experience in California paleontology, which may include paleontological monitoring, survey, fossil salvage, laboratory preparation, report writing, and coordination with a principal paleontologist.
• Ability to safely perform fieldwork on construction sites often in rough terrain and inclement weather for long hours.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), a high level of responsiveness to supervisors, the ability to follow detailed instructions, and strong organizational skills.
• A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation for travel to and from project work sites.
• Proficient in technology with the ability to reliably communicate through smartphones, computers, or tablets.

Qualifications

• None specified.

Skills

• Fieldwork on construction sites.
• Monitoring paleontological resources.
• Salvaging fossils.
• Preparing fossils for institutional curation.
• Writing daily monitoring reports.
• Following detailed instructions.
• Organizing and cleaning fossils.
• Communicating effectively (verbal and written).
• Working in rough terrain and inclement weather.
• Using technology for communication.

Pay

The base hourly range for this temporary position is $25.00–$35.00 per hour. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

• Pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment.
• Further drug testing for those hired who may be assigned to federal projects, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.