Field Archaeology Technician — Cultural Resources (Midwest)

SWCA Environmental Consultants; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Travel accommodations

Per diem up to $68/day

Vehicles provided

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants seeks two to four Cultural Resources Field Technicians for Midwest projects across IL, MI, OH, and IN. This field-based, hourly role involves surveying, testing, and documenting field data, with emphasis on safety and compliance on solar and government projects.

These temporary assignments are 40–50 hours per week, with overtime pay for hours over 40. Per diem, vehicle support, and advancement opportunities are provided where applicable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in anthropology, archaeology, or closely related field, or in progress.
• Completion of an accredited archaeological field school.
• Ability to travel and perform fieldwork long hours in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform archaeological surveying and field testing, including shovel tests.
• Document field data with forms, photos, maps, and GPS data under supervision.
• Ensure safety and promptly communicate hazards to the team.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in anthropology/arch

Education

Bachelor's degree in anthropology/archaeology

Field school completion

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Collector

Survey123

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants seeks two to four Cultural Resources Field Technicians for Midwest projects across IL, MI, OH, and IN. This field-based, hourly role involves surveying, testing, and documenting field data, with emphasis on safety and compliance on solar and government projects.

These temporary assignments are 40–50 hours per week, with overtime pay for hours over 40. Per diem, vehicle support, and advancement opportunities are provided where applicable.