Archaeologist I (Flexible) – Western Field Surveyor

Kleinfelder; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking an Archaeologist I (Flex-Time) to join a professional field survey team across the western United States. This entry-level role offers hands-on cultural resource investigations, travel to remote locations, and opportunities to gain field skills while supporting compliance with regulations.

You will conduct pedestrian surveys, record sites, and work with GPS and ArcGIS; prior field school and CRM interest preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited field school preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field.
• Interest in Cultural Resource Management and fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pedestrian archaeological surveys in remote locations across the western U.S.
• Identify, document, and record sites and historic properties.
• Utilize GPS, field applications, and maps; maintain field notes and data forms.
• Travel frequently; work in varied weather and strenuous terrain.
• Support safety, teamwork, and scientific integrity.

Skills

CRM fieldwork

Outdoor endurance

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

ArcGIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Tools

ArcGIS

GPS data collection

First Aid/CPR

Job description

Kleinfelder is seeking an Archaeologist I (Flex-Time) to join a professional field survey team across the western United States. This entry-level role offers hands-on cultural resource investigations, travel to remote locations, and opportunities to gain field skills while supporting compliance with regulations.

You will conduct pedestrian surveys, record sites, and work with GPS and ArcGIS; prior field school and CRM interest preferred.