Field Archaeology Technician — 100% Travel

SWCA Environmental Consultants; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicles provided

Per diem up to $68 per day

Single occupancy hotels paid for by SW

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking Cultural Resources Technicians to support field-based cultural resource management in the Southeast. This temporary assignment offers at least 40 hours per week through April 2027, with travel to FL, AL, TN, SC, NC, GA or MS and up to 100% travel.

You will assist crew chiefs and project archaeologists, perform surveying, shovel testing, data collection, field recording, and related office/lab tasks while maintaining safety and quality across multiple

Qualifications

• An accredited Field School Certification.
• Ability to travel to a location, walk, and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather (including extreme heat and humidity).
• Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Current valid driver's license and ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle on rugged, backcountry roads required.
• 6+ months experience with a wide range of field methodologies, including archaeological survey, testing, excavation, methodology and monitoring.
• Knowledge of Collector and Survey123.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete archaeological surveying and field testing.
• Conduct shovel test pits and excavation units.
• Execute data recovery and associated field recording.
• Complete field forms, digital photography, and in-field mapping.
• Assist with archaeological office and lab work.
• Participate in GPS data collection in the field under the supervision of a Field Lead or Project Archaeologist.
• Adhere to the safety program and look out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.

Skills

Ability to travel

Stamina for long hours

Carrying equipment up to 40 lbs

Valid driver’s license

Education

Accredited Field School Certification

Tools

Collector

Survey123

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking Cultural Resources Technicians to support field-based cultural resource management in the Southeast. This temporary assignment offers at least 40 hours per week through April 2027, with travel to FL, AL, TN, SC, NC, GA or MS and up to 100% travel.

You will assist crew chiefs and project archaeologists, perform surveying, shovel testing, data collection, field recording, and related office/lab tasks while maintaining safety and quality across multiple