Cultural Resources Technician- Temporary

SWCA, Incorporated; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety program

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants in Phoenix, AZ seeks Cultural Resources Technicians for a temporary, hourly, field-based assignment out of our Phoenix office.

This six-month opportunity emphasizes long field hours, independence, and safety, with potential extension based on project needs. Priority will be given to candidates located in Phoenix, AZ.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 6 months of relevant field experience.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass MV background screening.
• Able to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to travel for fieldwork up to 10 days at a time.

Responsibilities

• Assist with archaeological fieldwork, including pedestrian survey and site recording.
• Conduct fieldwork in long hours and various environments including extreme temperatures and rugged terrain.
• Accurately identify historic and prehistoric artifacts and features.
• Assist with cultural resource records searches, laboratory analysis tasks, and other office work as needed.
• Work independently in a responsible manner and as part of a field team.
• Follow field supervisor directions and adhere to safety protocols.

Skills

Fieldwork

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology

Accredited Field School

Tools

Survey equipment

Heavy equipment monitoring

Job description

About the opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking Cultural Resources Technicians to join our cultural resources team in Phoenix, AZ.

This is a temporary, hourly, and field-based assignment based out of our Phoenix office. This assignment is anticipated to last six months, with the possibility of extension based on project needs.

Priority will be given to candidates located in Phoenix.

Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.

What you will accomplish

• Assist with conducting archaeological fieldwork (including pedestrian survey, site identification, site recording / data collection, monitoring and data recovery excavations).
• Conduct fieldwork for long hours in various environments including, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, inclement weather, and rugged terrain.
• Accurately identify historic and prehistoric artifacts and features.
• Assist with cultural resource records searches, laboratory analysis tasks, and other office work, as needed.
• Work independently in a responsible manner.
• Work as a productive member of a team and follow the direction of the field supervisor.
• Adheres to the safety program and looks out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.

Experience and qualifications for success

Required:

• 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).

Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field
• Completion of an accredited Field School
• Experience with a range of field methodologies; including survey, testing, excavation, and heavy equipment or ground disturbing activity monitoring.