Field Archaeology Technician — Flexible, Project-Based

Poulos-; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in San Antonio is seeking an Archaeological Technician to assist in field surveys and laboratory tasks supporting cultural resource management. You will document sites, collect GPS data, and help process artifacts while adhering to regulatory requirements.

The role involves outdoor work in varying conditions, light lifting, and collaboration with the project team to ensure safety and high-quality results. This is a great entry point for hands-on field/lab experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Completion of a university-based archaeological field school.
• Minimum of 3–6 months of archaeological field and/or lab experience preferred.

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 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

Archaeology field skills

GPS data collection

Artifact handling

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Anthropology/Archaeology

University-based field school

Tools

Lab equipment handling

Job description

Pape-Dawson Engineers in San Antonio is seeking an Archaeological Technician to assist in field surveys and laboratory tasks supporting cultural resource management. You will document sites, collect GPS data, and help process artifacts while adhering to regulatory requirements.

The role involves outdoor work in varying conditions, light lifting, and collaboration with the project team to ensure safety and high-quality results. This is a great entry point for hands-on field/lab experience.