Field Archaeology Specialist

Rincon Consultants, Inc; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 50,971; Part time

Job summary

Rincon Consultants, Inc., an award-winning California-based environmental consulting firm, is seeking an Archaeological Field Technician in California. You will conduct surveys, monitor sites, collect field data, and prepare documentation under experienced staff for a variety of projects across transport, energy, water, and government sectors.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Archaeology/Anthropology or a related field with at least one year of field experience (or a Master's in lieu of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field.
• At least one year of professional archaeological experience, or a Master's degree in a related field in place of one year of experience.
• Ability to work independently during field assignments and confidently make informed decisions when appropriate.
• Experience collecting field data with GPS platforms such as Trimble or Garmin.

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological surveys, monitoring, site recording, and field evaluations under the direction of senior cultural resources staff.
• Collect and document field data while ensuring accuracy and compliance with project standards.
• Prepare field forms, site records, maps, photographs, and other project documentation.
• Coordinate effectively with project managers, field leadership, clients, tribal representatives, and fellow team members.
• Support laboratory work and post-field processing activities when required.
• Contribute to safe and efficient field operations while maintaining Rincon's quality standards.
• Complete other duties that support successful project delivery.

Skills

Independent worker

Decision making

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Trimble GPS

Garmin GPS

Job description

Rincon Consultants, Inc., an award-winning California-based environmental consulting firm, is seeking an Archaeological Field Technician in California. You will conduct surveys, monitor sites, collect field data, and prepare documentation under experienced staff for a variety of projects across transport, energy, water, and government sectors.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Archaeology/Anthropology or a related field with at least one year of field experience (or a Master's in lieu of