Field Archaeologist Technician - Rugged West TX

System One; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,686 - 43,704; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging provided

Job summary

System One is hiring Archaeological Field Technicians for a large cultural resource survey outside Fort Stockton, Texas. The project spans roughly 90,000 acres with an initial 12-day field session in August and long-term work starting in November.

Field duties include intensive pedestrian surveys, shovel tests, site recording and mapping, with safety procedures and overtime expected. Lodging is provided, and about 50 positions are available.

Qualifications

• Previous archaeological fieldwork or accredited archaeological field school.
• Experience with pedestrian survey, shovel testing and site recording.
• Ability to work extended days and overtime.
• Bachelor’s degree in archaeology or related discipline preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intensive pedestrian surveys across rugged West Texas terrain
• Complete approximately 10 shovel tests per day, depending on field conditions
• Identify and record archaeological sites, isolated finds and cultural resources
• Accurately complete field forms, shovel-test records and site documentation
• Assist with site mapping, photography and artifact identification
• Follow established safety, archaeological and quality-control procedures
• Work effectively under the direction of crew chiefs and project leadership
• Hike substantial distances and work outdoors in changing weather conditions

Skills

Pedestrian survey

Shovel testing

Site recording

Outdoor work

Safety procedures

Driver's license

Overtime readiness

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in archaeology or anthropology

Job description

System One is hiring Archaeological Field Technicians for a large cultural resource survey outside Fort Stockton, Texas. The project spans roughly 90,000 acres with an initial 12-day field session in August and long-term work starting in November.

Field duties include intensive pedestrian surveys, shovel tests, site recording and mapping, with safety procedures and overtime expected. Lodging is provided, and about 50 positions are available.