Archaeological Field Technician Short-Term Site Survey Crew

System One; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 22,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

System One seeks two Archaeological Field Technicians to support the Ward County Connector Project in Ward County, North Dakota. This short-term field assignment runs from September 27 to October 4, 2026, with a possible one additional day of work.

Candidates with ND or Northern Plains archaeology experience are preferred, and duties include pedestrian survey, excavation support, documentation, and using GPS equipment in outdoor field conditions. Mobilization is on Sept 27.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field.
• Completion of an archaeological field school preferred.
• Previous professional cultural resource management or archaeological field experience strongly preferred.
• Northern Plains or North Dakota archaeological experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with pedestrian survey, excavation, field documentation, artifact identification, and GPS equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a field crew.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
• Reliable, professional, and able to commit to the full project schedule.
• Must be available to mobilize on Sunday, September 27.

Responsibilities

• Participate in archaeological fieldwork under the direction of a Crew Chief or Field Director.
• Conduct pedestrian survey and assist with identifying archaeological sites, features, and cultural materials.
• Assist with excavation, testing, screening, and other field activities as assigned.
• Accurately complete field notes, site forms, maps, photographs, and other project documentation.
• Identify, collect, label, and organize cultural materials according to established procedures.
• Use GPS units, tablets, or other field equipment to record locations and project data.
• Follow project-specific field methods, safety procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Communicate professionally with supervisors, coworkers, landowners, and project representatives.
• Maintain productivity and documentation standards throughout the assignment.
• Work outdoors for extended periods in varying terrain and weather conditions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Outdoor work endurance

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology

Archaeological field school

Tools

GPS units

Job description

System One seeks two Archaeological Field Technicians to support the Ward County Connector Project in Ward County, North Dakota. This short-term field assignment runs from September 27 to October 4, 2026, with a possible one additional day of work.

Candidates with ND or Northern Plains archaeology experience are preferred, and duties include pedestrian survey, excavation support, documentation, and using GPS equipment in outdoor field conditions. Mobilization is on Sept 27.