Field Archaeology Technician - Cultural Resources (Midwest)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem up to $68/day

Hotels arranged by SWCA

Vehicles provided for projects

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants seeks two to four Cultural Resources Field Technicians to join our Midwest team, conducting archaeological surveying, shovel test pits, and field testing across Illinois and neighboring states, with projects in solar energy and local government. This is a temporary, hourly, non-exempt, field-based role with an anticipated schedule of 40–50 hours per week.

Candidates should be prepared for travel, rugged terrain, and varied weather, with lodging and per diem

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 long hours of fieldwork in various conditions.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds and operate a 4WD vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Perform archaeological surveying and field testing, including shovel test pits and excavation units.
• Complete field documentation: forms, photography, mapping, GPS data collection under supervision.
• Adhere to safety program and promptly communicate/safety hazards.

Skills

Field surveying

Shovel testing

GPS data collection

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in anthropology/archaeology

Tools

Collector

Survey123

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants seeks two to four Cultural Resources Field Technicians to join our Midwest team, conducting archaeological surveying, shovel test pits, and field testing across Illinois and neighboring states, with projects in solar energy and local government. This is a temporary, hourly, non-exempt, field-based role with an anticipated schedule of 40–50 hours per week.

Candidates should be prepared for travel, rugged terrain, and varied weather, with lodging and per diem