Field Archaeologist: California Surveys & Fieldwork

Rincon Consultants; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 50,971; Full time

Job summary

Rincon Consultants is an award-winning environmental consulting firm in California seeking a Field Archaeologist to support cultural resources projects across the state. You will conduct archaeological field investigations, pedestrian surveys, monitoring, and documentation, collaborating with project teams, Native American representatives, and regulatory agencies.

This temporary position offers hands-on fieldwork, safety-first practices, and opportunities to apply GPS data collection, site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related.
• One or more years of professional archaeological field experience; a Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in the field with sound professional judgment.
• Experience using GPS equipment such as Trimble or Garmin for archaeological data collection.
• Ability to hike 10–12 miles per day while carrying approximately 25 pounds.
• Willingness to travel to project locations and maintain reliable transportation.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Cultural Resources Project Managers and Field Directors with archaeological field investigations throughout California.
• Participate in pedestrian surveys, construction monitoring, site documentation, testing, evaluations, and other archaeological field assignments.
• Record accurate field observations and complete documentation, including site records, field notes, and digital data collection.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams, clients, Native American representatives, and agency personnel as needed.
• Assist with laboratory processing and analysis of archaeological materials when project demands require.
• Maintain high standards for safety, data quality, and regulatory compliance while performing field assignments.
• Perform additional project-related responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Independent fieldwork

Documentation skills

Outdoor endurance

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience

Tools

GPS data collection (Trimble/Garmin)

Job description

Rincon Consultants is an award-winning environmental consulting firm in California seeking a Field Archaeologist to support cultural resources projects across the state. You will conduct archaeological field investigations, pedestrian surveys, monitoring, and documentation, collaborating with project teams, Native American representatives, and regulatory agencies.

This temporary position offers hands-on fieldwork, safety-first practices, and opportunities to apply GPS data collection, site