Archaeology Field Technician – Travel & Fieldwork

SWCA Environmental Consultants; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Pasadena seeks Cultural Resources Technicians to support archaeological fieldwork across Southern California, including Los Angeles, Inland Empire and San Diego, with extensive travel and long field days. You will assist with pedestrian surveys, site recording, artifact identification and office tasks, while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining professionalism.

A high school diploma with 6 months of field experience is required; a bachelor's degree is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 6 months of relevant field experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass Motor Vehicle background screening; reliable transportation required.
• Able to conduct fieldwork long hours in diverse environments and carry equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to travel locally and stay in hotels for up to 2 weeks at a time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with archaeological fieldwork (pedestrian survey, site identification, data collection, monitoring, and data recovery excavations).
• Accurately identify historic and prehistoric artifacts and features.

Skills

Driver's license

MV background screening

Reliable transportation

Ability to carry 50 pounds

Fieldwork stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology/Archaeology (preferred)

Tools

GPS

Collector

Survey123

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Pasadena seeks Cultural Resources Technicians to support archaeological fieldwork across Southern California, including Los Angeles, Inland Empire and San Diego, with extensive travel and long field days. You will assist with pedestrian surveys, site recording, artifact identification and office tasks, while adhering to safety protocols and maintaining professionalism.

A high school diploma with 6 months of field experience is required; a bachelor's degree is