Archaeological Field Technician

Tetra Tech; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401k retirement plan

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Bloomington, MN is seeking a part-time junior Archaeological Field Technician to support field surveys as part of a team or independently. You'll work on Midwest, Upper Midwest, and Northern Great Plains sites and perform shovel testing and screening.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to walk 10–15 miles per day, and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. A bachelor’s degree in anthropology or archaeology is preferred, or 5 years of advocational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or archaeology desired. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of advocational archaeology experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform field activities around various project sites, walking up to 10-15 miles per day.
• Perform shovel testing and screening.

Skills

Field support

Shovel testing

Screening

Team player

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or archaeology

Job description

The Opportunity

Tetra Tech is looking for a part-time junior-level Archaeological Field Technician based in Bloomington, MN.

Position Summary

The selected candidate will provide field support for archaeological surveys as part of a team or individually. The work will consist of project sites in the Midwest, Upper Midwest, and Northern Great Plains.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are considered essential to the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions:

• Perform field activities around various project sites, walking up to 10-15 miles per day.
• Perform shovel testing and screening.

Why Tetra Tech

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting‑edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting‑edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world‑class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in anthropology or archaeology desired. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 5 years of experience conducting advocational archaeology is required.

1-5 years of relevant environmental experience.

• Knowledge of Midwest and Great Plains Archaeology.
• Currently reside in the Twin Cities Metro Area of Minnesota.
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Strong time‑management skills and ability to work on tasks as part of a larger project team.

Driving on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing experience conducting pedestrian surveys and shovel tests.

Familiarity with maps and being able to navigate with maps and/or GPS.

Physical Requirements

Walk around project sites in all types of terrains for up to 10-15 miles per day.

Ability to carry up to 25 lbs. of equipment such as maps, shovels, GPS unit, field screening equipment and cameras during field work.

Field activities take place in a variety of weather conditions and can occur in remote locations and include areas of uneven terrain.

The work environment will consist of field work, with some field work requiring overnight stays.

Field work may occur in all seasons.

Additional Information

• This part‑time position requires 100% travel.
• The work schedule is variable based on available fieldwork.
• Travel requirements will include day‑long projects and multi‑day field projects out of town requiring overnight stays.
• Out‑of‑town field efforts range from 5 to 10 days but can be up to 12 days.
• Typical break between mobilizations is 2 to 4 days, depending on duration of field efforts.
• Must be able to drive on a regular basis. Passing a motor vehicle record background check and maintaining a valid driver’s license and good driving record is required.

Life at Tetra Tech

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market‑competitive benefits
• Merit‑based financial rewards
• Flexibility and company‑wide commitment to work/life balance
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth

Benefits

Tetra Tech offers a basic core medical plan and our 401k retirement plan for this position.

The rate of pay for this position is $23.00 - $28.00 per hour, depending on education, experience, skills, and location.

Health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including any public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, and international authorities as well as client and project requirements.

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About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. Our 25,000 employees work together to provide clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

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