Archaeology Field Technician - Cultural Resources (Tucson)

SWCA, Incorporated; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Tucson, AZ seeks Cultural Resources Technicians for a temporary, hourly, field-based assignment from our Tucson office. The six-month project may extend based on needs. Priority will be given to candidates located in Tucson, AZ.

Responsibilities include field data collection, processing, documentation, and quality control, with emphasis on avoiding or mitigating impacts to cultural resources. Some travel and long field hours are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 6 months of relevant experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle background screening, and have access to reliable transportation.
• Able to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Available for fieldwork on local projects and for fieldwork requiring extended travel (staying in a hotel for up to 10 days at a time).
• Completion of an accredited Field School.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Assists with archaeological pedestrian surveys, site identification and recording, monitoring, and data-recovery excavations.
• Works extended field hours in extreme temperatures, inclement weather, and rugged terrain.
• Identifies historic and prehistoric artifacts and features accurately.
• Conducts cultural resource records searches and laboratory analyses as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Field School

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Tucson, AZ seeks Cultural Resources Technicians for a temporary, hourly, field-based assignment from our Tucson office. The six-month project may extend based on needs. Priority will be given to candidates located in Tucson, AZ.

Responsibilities include field data collection, processing, documentation, and quality control, with emphasis on avoiding or mitigating impacts to cultural resources. Some travel and long field hours are required.