Archaeological Field Technicians (Field Based)

ERM; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking entry-level Archaeological Field Technicians for project-term roles focused on conducting field surveys for energy projects throughout the Gulf region. Ideal candidates should have educational backgrounds in anthropology and be prepared to work outdoors in various conditions. This role involves significant travel and requires adherence to safety protocols while documenting findings during excavation activities.

Qualifications

• Must work outdoors in varied conditions.
• Prior experience in archaeological surveys preferred.
• Ability to work extended hours and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological field surveys and excavations.
• Bag artifacts and maintain detailed field notes.
• Ensure compliance with corporate health, safety, and environment standards.

Skills

Ability to work outdoors

Ability to work in varied weather conditions

Working knowledge of archaeological survey protocols

Education

B.A. in Anthropology or related field

Archaeological field school or prior archaeological field survey experience

Job description

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ERM is hiring Archaeological Field Technicians to support future needs of survey efforts for energy projects located across the Gulf region. This is a project-term, field-based position with 100% travel. Archaeological Field Techs will assist with or conduct archaeological field surveys.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Digging shovel tests and screening soil.
• Visually inspecting the land surface for presence of artifacts.
• Bagging recovered artifacts and recording the provenience of the finds.
• Maintaining field notes.
• Compliance with corporate HSE.
• Performing other duties as assigned or required.
  
  

REQUIRED:

• Archaeological field school or prior archaeological field survey experience.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain.
• Ability to work weekends and over 40 hours per week when needed.
• Working knowledge of archaeological survey protocols.
• Ability to work in the field for extended periods of time.
• Must meet criteria identified in Job Demands & Conditions Analysis for Office and Field Positions.
• B.A. in Anthropology or related field will be advantageous.
  
  

Who We Are:

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Thank you for your interest in ERM!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Environmental Services, Civil Engineering, and Oil and Gas

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