Archaeological Field Technician: Travel-Heavy Survey Work

ERM; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians to support survey efforts for energy projects across the United States. This project-term, field-based position requires 100% travel and involves assisting with or conducting archaeological field surveys.

Responsibilities include shovel testing, soil screening, artifact recovery, and meticulous record-keeping. Candidates should have field school or survey experience, be able to work outdoors in varying conditions, and be prepared for long field

Qualifications

• Experience with archaeological field surveys or field school.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather and terrain.
• Willingness to work weekends and extended field days.

Responsibilities

• Dig shovel tests and screen soil.
• Visually inspect land surface for artifacts.
• Bag recovered artifacts and record provenience.
• Maintain field notes.
• Comply with HSE policies.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Field surveys

Outdoor work

Weekend work

Field notes

Education

B.A. in Anthropology

Job description

ERM is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians to support survey efforts for energy projects across the United States. This project-term, field-based position requires 100% travel and involves assisting with or conducting archaeological field surveys.

Responsibilities include shovel testing, soil screening, artifact recovery, and meticulous record-keeping. Candidates should have field school or survey experience, be able to work outdoors in varying conditions, and be prepared for long field