Field Archaeology Technician — Flexible, Project-Based

Pape-Dawson; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking an Archaeological Technician to support field surveys, excavation, documentation, and artifact processing under a Project Archaeologist. The role covers both field and laboratory tasks and requires travel to project sites as needed.

Candidates should have a degree in Anthropology/Archaeology, field school completion, and ability to work outdoors in varied conditions. Opportunity for temporary, on-call assignments across multiple projects with emphasis on safety,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology/Archaeology from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a university-based archaeological field school.
• 3–6 months of archaeological field and/or lab experience preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in diverse terrain and weather.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40–50 pounds.
• Willingness to travel for field assignments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological field surveys, including shovel testing and site documentation, following established procedures and protocols.
• Collect and record GPS data for field observations and site locations.
• Clean, label, catalog, and curate artifacts in accordance with lab standards and guidelines.
• Assist with the maintenance, inventory, and organization of field and lab equipment.
• Support preparation of documentation, reports, and deliverables for cultural resource management compliance.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in all project tasks.

Skills

Field survey experience

GPS data collection

Artifact handling

Team collaboration

Outdoor work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

Field school completion

Tools

GPS equipment

Lab equipment

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers is seeking an Archaeological Technician to support field surveys, excavation, documentation, and artifact processing under a Project Archaeologist. The role covers both field and laboratory tasks and requires travel to project sites as needed.

Candidates should have a degree in Anthropology/Archaeology, field school completion, and ability to work outdoors in varied conditions. Opportunity for temporary, on-call assignments across multiple projects with emphasis on safety,