On Call Archaeological Field Technician
About the role
WSP USA Inc. is seeking 10 to 15 Archaeological Field Technicians for fieldwork on multiple archaeological field projects in Nevada, Oregon, and Utah. Positions are on a project basis and work is imminent.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support using a basic understanding of anthropological and archaeological field techniques for locating, testing, recording, mapping, and evaluating archaeological sites.
- Support field surveys through pedestrian surveys and shovel test surveys.
- Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, and ESRI Arc Field Maps GPS data collection software to conduct survey work.
- Work long hours in difficult or remote environments and in varying weather conditions.
- Collaborate effectively with groups composed of diverse personalities.
- Maintain a positive attitude, accept direction, and work independently when needed.
- Plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline
- 3 - 5+ years of archaeological field experience
- Previous CRM field experience or academic archaeological field school
- Knowledge and understanding of equipment, technology, and paperwork used in the recording and documenting of archeological sites and artifacts
- Ability to learn about local cultural history and material culture in project areas
- Ability to work independently, and to fully plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction
- Knowledge of health and safety standards
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to work long hours in harsh environments and in varying weather conditions
- Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team members
- Must pass a drug test and maintain a drug-free work environment
Qualifications
- Must pass background check and successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screening
- Experience in utility transmission, pipeline, and petrochemical exploration projects is highly preferred
- Experience with both block and linear surveys is highly preferred
- CPR/First Aid certifications and experience
- Archaeological monitoring experience
Skills
- Basic understanding of anthropological and archaeological field techniques
- Knowledge of equipment, technology, and paperwork used in the recording and documenting of archeological sites and artifacts
- Ability to learn about local cultural history and material culture in project areas
- Ability to work independently, and to fully plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction
- Knowledge of health and safety standards
Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Pay
Expected Salary (all locations): $25.00 - $38.00 per hour.
Schedule
On-Call hourly positions on a project basis; however, work is imminent.