As-Needed Archaeological Field Technician - Central Coast

Dudek; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Dudek is seeking qualified Archaeological Field Technicians for Central Coast projects (Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Monterey, Santa Cruz). You will perform surveys, excavations, and daily field monitoring, coordinating with construction crews and Native American personnel.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or related field, have a valid license, be able to operate 4WD vehicles, and travel as needed. Competitive wages apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment.
• Ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle.
• Physical ability to carry equipment up to 40 lbs and walk or hike for long hours in fieldwork.
• Willingness to travel to project locations for several consecutive days.

Responsibilities

• Archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring.
• On-site communication with construction and Native American personnel; maintain daily logs.
• During survey, communicate with crew leader; perform photography, measurement, artifact identification, and recording.
• During excavation, work with a team to document buried resources clearly.

Education

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

Archaeological field skills

Laboratory skills

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Tools

ESRI Collector

Field Maps

GPS equipment

Cameras

Tablets

Job description

Overview

Location(s): Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey, and Santa Cruz County (Central Coast of California)Practice/Department: CulturalWork Environment: FieldCompensation: $21.00-31.00/hourly*

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.

Today, we are a 100% employee-owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.

Our employees are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Learn more about ouraward-winning culture, thebenefits and perksof being aDudekian, and theprojectsyou will have the opportunity to shape.

Position Overview

Who You Are

As anemployeeyou embrace accountability, working safely, andcollaborationwhile thinking resourcefully and independently.

Like allDudekians, you are curious andsolution-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit ofinnovation.

HowYou’llMake an Impact

We are seeking qualified, experienced Archaeological Field Technicians for various archaeological projects on the Central Coast of California (Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Monterey, and Santa Cruz Counties).An archaeological field technician must possess basic archaeological field and laboratory skills for various survey, excavation, laboratory, and construction monitoring work. Additional assignments may be available for qualified individuals who work well with our team. Competitive wages are based on level of education and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring
• During archaeological monitoring the applicant would be responsible for on-site communication with construction and Native American personnel, and for maintaining daily logs that include detailed descriptions of construction activities, communication, and future plans
• During survey work the applicant will be expected to communicate effectively with crew leader to verify understanding of instructions or site-specific information. Scientific photography, measurement, artifact identification, and recordation of resources will be required
• During excavation, the applicant will be expected to work well with a team to ensure clear communication. Ability to identify buried resources and document them effectively while working in a team will be necessary

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field.
• Must posses a valid driver's license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment.
• The ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle
• Physical ability to carry equipment and supplies (up to 40 lbs.) and walk or hike for long hours during fieldwork
• Willingness to travel to a project location for several consecutive days

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Previous archaeological survey experience in California, the Desert West, the Pacific Northwest and/or the Mid-Atlantic, and experience recording a variety of site and isolate types in the respective region(s)
• Experience with a wide range of archaeological field methods including pedestrian survey, testing/evaluation, and monitoring
• Understanding and willingness to safely accommodate difficult weather and other environmental conditions and challenges
• Ability to operate field equipment, including GPS equipment, cameras, and tablets
• Knowledge of and experience using ESRI Collector and/or Field Maps

Compensation: $21.00-31.00/hourly*

*Finalagreed-upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

Working Conditions

• This joboperatesin an outdoor or office-basedenvironmentand this role routinelyusesstandard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.

• This job requires project site visits, basedoutdoorswhich can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following:

• Working on a computer, sitting, or standing forlong periodsof time in an office or remote office setting.

• Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, andlifting upto 35 lbs. unassisted; 50lbs in a team lift (two or more employees).

• Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients, etc.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time.

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Dudek is genuinely committed to equal employment opportunities within our company and on our project teams. Dudek is also committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Dudek’s operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Dudek, including supervisors and coworkers. Equal employment opportunities will be extended to all persons (including those with disability and veteran status) in all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, layoff, recall, and termination. Any employee who violates this policy and Dudek’s commitment to equal employment opportunities will be subject to disciplinary action.

*As-neededand part-time employees are eligible for our 401(k) plan, sick leave, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). As-needed and part-time employees have the option ofadditionalbenefits like medical benefits and ESOP participation provided they meetminimumhours worked during the 12-month look back measurement period. Speak with your recruiter to learn more.

Dudek is a U.S.-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.