Archaeological Field Technician

System One; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and consulting firm is seeking an Archaeological Field Technician in Edinburg, Texas. The role involves performing archaeological field and lab work under supervision, conducting surveys, and identifying artifacts. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a minimum of three months of experience. The job requires physical stamina for walking and lifting and flexibility to work in various conditions, including weekends and nights.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three months of field experience required.
• Valid Driver's License necessary.
• Experience identifying and recording prehistoric resources is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform archaeological field work, lab work, or GIS work.
• Conduct archaeological surveys and testing.
• Excavate shovel test pits and excavation units.

Skills

Good organizational skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to use GPS unit

Ability to identify historic and pre-contact artifacts

Willingness to learn and execute new tasks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology

Bachelor's degree in Architectural History

Job description

Job Title: Archaeological Field Technician

Location: Edinburg, Texas

Type: Contract

Compensation: $20 - $27 hourly

Job Description

The archaeological field technician will perform archaeological field work, lab work, or GIS work under the direction and supervision of the Senior Archaeologist. Archaeological field technicians are responsible for excavations of shovel test pits, excavation units, block excavations, site documentation, feature and artifact identification and analyses; and mapping.

Responsibilities

• Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day
• Ability to identify historic and pre-contact artifacts
• Ability to travel
• Ability to use GPS unit
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
• Ability to conduct archaeological surveys and testing
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)

Requirements

• Valid Driver's License
• Good organizational skills, positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and execute new tasks
• Familiarity with Phase I, II, and/or III work
• Minimum of three months of field experience (survey, testing, and data recovery)
• Requires experience identifying and recording prehistoric resources
• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History, or a closely related field

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.