As-Needed Paleontological Field Technicians (Across CA)

Rincon Consultants, Inc; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Rincon Consultants, Inc. is seeking as-needed Paleontological Field Technicians to support monitoring and mitigation across California.

You will assist with construction monitoring, data collection, fossil salvage, and preparation for curation under supervision of a paleontologist. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in geology or paleontology, have California field experience, and can work long hours in rough terrain and variable weather.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology, paleontology, or a closely related field.
• Experience in California paleontology, including monitoring, survey, fossil salvage, laboratory preparation, report writing, and coordination with a paleontologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction mitigation monitoring for paleontological resources.
• Collect detailed field data and prepare daily monitoring reports summarizing the data.
• Collect fossils during monitoring and assist with fossil salvage and preparation for curation.
• Clean, organize, and prepare fossils for institutional curation.
• Work under the direction of a qualified paleontologist.

Skills

Paleontology fieldwork

Geology

Field data collection

Report writing

Communication

Driving

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology/paleontology

Job description

As-Needed Paleontological Field Technicians (Across CA)

About Us

We are an award-winningCalifornia-based environmental consulting firm with 550+ professionals andmore than30 years ofdiverseexperience servingclients intransportation, energy, water, infrastructure, private development, and government sectors.Our mission is to deliver practical, science-based environmental and planning solutions that support communities, infrastructure, and natural systems.

As a people-centric organization, we value collaboration, fairness, and transparency, and are committed to fostering a workplace that supports both personal and professional growth while offeringrobustcareer opportunities. We are especially proud of our recent Great Place To Work® certification, which reflects an independent assessment of our culture and ourteam memberexperiences.

About The Role

We are seeking as-needed Paleontological Field Technicians who will be responsible for providing paleontological mitigation support throughout California. This role will be responsible for conducting paleontological monitoring on construction sites, including preparation for sustained monitoring in a variety of climates and ecologies. Please note, this position is listed for California and is available for any of the Central Coast,SoCal,andNorCal regions, with particular interest in candidateslocated inSan Luis Obispo, Ventura, andFresno counties.

What You'll Do

• Perform construction mitigation monitoring for paleontological resources.
• Collect detailed and accurate field data with a focus on the geology and stratigraphy of the site and prepare clear and concise daily monitoring reports to summarize the data.
• Collect fossils during monitoring, perform/assist with small- and large-scale fossil salvage that may include plaster jacketing or bulk matrix sampling.
• Clean, organize, and preparefossils for institutional curation.
• Work under the direction of a qualified paleontologist.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degreein geology, paleontology, or a closely related field, with coursework and field training in paleontology and sedimentary geology.
• Experience in California paleontology, which may include paleontological monitoring, survey, fossil salvage, laboratory preparation, report writing, and coordination with a principal paleontologist.
• Ability to safely perform fieldwork on construction sites often in rough terrain and inclement weather for long hours.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written), a high level of responsiveness to supervisors, the ability to follow detailed instructions, and strong organizational skills.
• A valid driver's license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation for travel to and from project work sites.
• Proficient in technology with the ability to reliably communicate through smartphones, computers, or tablets.

Compensation

The basehourly range for this temporary position is$25.00–$35.00 per hour.At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Additional Employment Information

Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employmentdrug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.

Rincon Consultants does not accept unsolicited applicant/candidate resumes from search firm recruiters and/or temporary agencies that do not have a signed contract and specified work order with Rincon Consultants. Further, such resumes received will be deemed the sole property of Rincon Consultants and no fees will be paid in the event Rincon Consultants subsequently hires such individual. Rincon Consultants is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.