Archaeological Field Technician

Colliers Engineering & Design; Holmdel Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Archaeological Field Technician to join their team. This role involves collecting vital data during cultural resources surveys, requiring a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of soil types and cultural materials. The successful candidate will work under supervision while also demonstrating the ability to work independently. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive work environment, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that impact society. Join a team dedicated to accelerating success and fostering professional development.

Benefits

Company Paid Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Employee Referral Bonuses

Professional License Bonuses

Mentorship Program

Wellness Program

Educational Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Perform Phase I level surveys including reconnaissance and shovel testing.
• Collect field data and prepare digital documentation.
• Identify cultural features and material in the field.

Skills

Field Data Collection

Soil Type Knowledge

Cultural Material Identification

Manual Labor

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology

Bachelor's Degree in Archaeology

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an Archaeological Field Technician to serve as part of a crew collecting relevant data during a cultural resources survey. This data includes, but is not limited to, presence/absence of cultural material, soil types, textures and colors, stratigraphic profiles, and surrounding conditions. The successful candidate must be able to perform repetitive, manual labor in a variety of conditions. This person will be under the supervision of a crew chief but must be able to follow directions and perform duties independently as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform Phase I level surveys including reconnaissance and shovel testing.
• Collect relevant field data and prepare necessary digital documentation.
• Employ basic knowledge of soil types and topographic features when conducting survey.
• Identify cultural features and/or material in the field.
• Utilize basic artifact knowledge to make general date and type assessments of artifacts in the field.
• Delineate archaeological and/or architectural sites.
• Complete required field forms including but not limited to - daily job reports, shovel test forms, site forms, PRA forms, etc.
• Assist with Phase II or Phase III archaeological investigations under the direct supervision of field director or Principal Investigator.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology, Archaeology or another related field preferred.
• 0-1 years of experience and willingness to learn.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!