Field Archaeology Technician – Southeast Travel

SWCA Environmental Consultants; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Single occupancy hotel paid by SWCA

Per diem up to $68/day

Vehicles provided

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking Cultural Resources Technicians for field-based, temporary work in the Southeast. The position involves partnering with crew chiefs and project archaeologists on a range of assignments, with travel up to 100% and typical weeks of 40 hours or more.

Lodging, per diem, and travel logistics are provided by SWCA where applicable. Applicants should have an accredited Field School Certification, be physically capable of extended fieldwork and lifting up to 40

Qualifications

• Accredited Field School Certification.
• Ability to travel and conduct long hours of fieldwork in challenging conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and operate a 4WD vehicle.
• Valid driver’s license required.

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 supervision.
• Adhere to the safety program and look out for safety hazards.

Skills

Fieldwork

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Safety awareness

Education

Field School Certification

Tools

Collector

Survey123

Job description

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking Cultural Resources Technicians for field-based, temporary work in the Southeast. The position involves partnering with crew chiefs and project archaeologists on a range of assignments, with travel up to 100% and typical weeks of 40 hours or more.

Lodging, per diem, and travel logistics are provided by SWCA where applicable. Applicants should have an accredited Field School Certification, be physically capable of extended fieldwork and lifting up to 40