Archaeological Field Technician – MD/VA/DE

Applied Archaeology and History Associates, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Archaeology and History Associates, Inc. (AAHA) seeks local archaeological field technicians for projects across Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware. The position is on-call with a standard 40-hour work week when assigned, with wages commensurate with experience.

Ideal candidates will possess a degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related fields, be self-motivated, and capable of working in open spaces under variable weather. Lab work may be available during inclement weather.

Qualifications

• Possess a degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related field.
• Be a motivated self-starter.
• Have some previous field experience.
• Able to work in open spaces under variable weather conditions and lift five-gallon soil buckets.
• Capable of hiking up to 8 hours per day with up to 30 lbs of equipment.

Skills

Self-motivated

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in archaeology/anthropology or related field

Job description

Archaeological Field Technician – MD/VA/DE

On Call Field Technicians Needed for Projects in Maryland/Virginia/Delaware

• Local Applicants Preferred
• Must Have Personal Transportation
• Phase I Projects – Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC

Applied Archaeology and History Associates, Inc. (AAHA), a small, woman-owned cultural resources consulting firm located in Crofton, Maryland, has immediate openings for local archaeological field technicians for current and upcoming projects in Virginia and Maryland.

Work is currently ongoing, and the successful applicant will be able to start ASAP.

• A standard 40-hour work week (Mon – Fri) can be expected.
• Wages commensurate with experience.
• Lab work may be available during inclement weather.

Ideal Candidates Will

• Possess a degree in archaeology, anthropology, or related field.
• Be a motivated self-starter.
• Have some previous experience.
• Be able to work consistently in open spaces under variable weather conditions, lift five gallon-sized buckets of soil.
• Be able to traverse overgrown areas with up to 30 lbs of equipment, be able to hike 8 hours per day.
• Take appropriate direction from supervisors.
• Possess a working knowledge of standard excavation methods, demonstrate attention to detail and be able to maintain accurate field record.