Field Archaeology Assistant – Cultural Resources Tech I

GAI Consultants Inc.; Homestead (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Cultural Resources Technician 1 to support projects across the mid-Atlantic and Midwestern regions. Responsibilities include identifying, excavating, and recording potential sites in accordance with state archaeological standards.

This entry-level role involves Phase I–III investigations and requires outdoor, physically active fieldwork. Candidates should have experience in archaeological fieldwork, the ability to work outdoors in varying weather,

Qualifications

• Experience or equivalent skills in archaeological fieldwork, including excavation and screening; identifying and recording archaeological materials and features; accurate field notes and completion of field forms; sketch mapping and basic photography; soil recording using a Munsell soil chart; basic compass use and navigation.

Responsibilities

• Excavates, screens, and collects archaeological materials following state standards.
• Identifies and records archaeological features and structures within project areas.
• Photographs and maps survey areas, testing locations, excavations, and observable resources.
• Completes field forms (paper or electronic) accurately.
• Records soils using a Munsell chart; uses a compass for navigation.

Skills

Archaeological fieldwork

Excavation & screening

Field notes & forms

Sketch mapping

Photography basics

Soil recording (Munsell)

Compass navigation

Education

Associates of Anthropology

Job description

GAI Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Cultural Resources Technician 1 to support projects across the mid-Atlantic and Midwestern regions. Responsibilities include identifying, excavating, and recording potential sites in accordance with state archaeological standards.

This entry-level role involves Phase I–III investigations and requires outdoor, physically active fieldwork. Candidates should have experience in archaeological fieldwork, the ability to work outdoors in varying weather,