Archaeological Technicians

Environmental Research Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in cultural resources is seeking enthusiastic Archaeological Technicians for project-based roles across various locations. Candidates will conduct fieldwork including surveys and excavations while being part of a dynamic team focused on environmental preservation. This engaging position offers a flexible work environment, ideal for those passionate about archaeology.

Benefits

Meal stipend

Lodging provided

Work on federal contracts

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: B.A. in anthropology or archaeology.
• Ability to walk 4 to 8 miles, excavate shovel tests, screen dirt, and document findings.
• Expected to travel to project sites on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pedestrian surveys and excavate designated sites.
• Document archaeological sites and artifacts accurately.
• Travel required to the project location at the start date.

Skills

Fieldwork

Documentation

Artifact Identification

Survey Ability

Education

B.A. in anthropology, archaeology or a related field

Tools

Measuring tape

Trowels

Hand-held recording devices

Job description

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Environmental Research Group, LLC (ERG) is hiring! We would love to find energetic, hardworking, compassionate team members to join our cultural resources team. We care about our team, and try our best to provide an environment built on trust, expertise, gratitude and flexibility.

We are seeking qualified Field Archaeologists for all phases of archaeological investigations on federal and state contracts on projects ongoing and upcoming nationwide. Applications for project-based work are being considered. Pay varies for part time project-based work depending on location and contract. Pay for federal contract work is based on SCA WD for that location, typically $18-27/hour plus up to $5.36 Health and Welfare (H&W) benefit (on federal projects). Lodging and meal stipend are based on contract GSA rates for project location. Lodging is always single occupancy and covered by ERG. Meal stipend is a direct deposit up front.

ERG is a service-disabled veteran-owned (SDVO, economically disadvantaged woman-owned (EDWO) small business (SB). founded in 2000, ERG provides environmental and cultural resources consulting services. We are a value-driven, employee first company.

• Positions require a minimum of a B.A. in anthropology, archaeology or a related field.
• Archaeologists will be expected to travel (time paid, no mileage) to the project location on the day fieldwork starts. Fieldwork will consist of a pedestrian survey with shovel testing and unit excavation. You must be able to walk 4 to 8 miles a day for survey work, excavate shovel tests (35-50 cm in diameter and up to 100 cm deep), screen dirt from 10-20 cm levels through a 1/4 " mesh screen, and use hand-held devices to record shovel test depth, soil characteristics and Munsell colors by level, and describe any artifacts found at any level. Typical surveys will involve documentation of 1 to 4 archaeological sites per project, and the ability to identify and describe precontact and historic period artifacts is expected. All field staff will be expected to carry their own measuring tape (metric required), trowels, backpack, water bottles and lunch/snacks. Comfortable hiking boots and long-sleeved shirts/pants are highly recommended.
• Veterans are encouraged to apply.
  
  

Please submit an application, along with a resume or vita and three references.

Please specify if you are applying for full time or part time project-based work.

ERG, LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability or protected veteran status. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

Thank you and we look forward to working with you!

Salary: $18 - $27 per hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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