Archaeological Field Technician: Rugged Site Surveys

ERM; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 73,985 - 94,910; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ERM is hiring Archaeological Field Technicians to support Class III cultural resources inventory efforts in Nevada and Idaho. This is a full‑time (60‑72 hours per week) limited‑term role with a duration of 4 months, extendable.

The position involves intensive pedestrian surveys under direction, use of GPS/tablets for recording site locations, and documentation of artifacts, features, and environmental conditions in remote field settings across varied terrain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of archaeological field surveying experience.
• Archaeological field school is a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable conditions and terrains.
• Willingness to work weekends and >40 hours when needed.
• Knowledge of survey protocols and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intensive pedestrian Class III archaeological survey under supervision.
• Walk transects; cover long distances across remote terrain.
• Record resources, artifacts, features, and sites accurately.
• Complete field forms, logs, and documentation precisely.
• Operate GPS units, tablets, and mapping tools for locations.
• Assist with site mapping, condition recording, and environmental notes.
• Take clear field photographs of resources and survey areas.
• Document testing methods, soil conditions, and findings.
• Follow field methods, protocols, and agency guidance.
• Support with field closeout tasks and safety compliance.

Skills

Field surveying

GPS & mapping

Outdoor work

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology

Archaeological field school

Tools

GPS devices

Field tablets

Aerial imagery

Job description

ERM is hiring Archaeological Field Technicians to support Class III cultural resources inventory efforts in Nevada and Idaho. This is a full‑time (60‑72 hours per week) limited‑term role with a duration of 4 months, extendable.

The position involves intensive pedestrian surveys under direction, use of GPS/tablets for recording site locations, and documentation of artifacts, features, and environmental conditions in remote field settings across varied terrain.