FIeld Technician

LAUKOA; Texas; On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking Field Technicians to support cultural resource management work in Texas along the U.S./Mexico border. This is a temporary position for a field-based cultural resources recovery project offering at least 40 hours a week and expected to last 3 weeks.

Applicant must be able to pass a federal and state background check, as well as a drug test as part of the pre-employment process for project-based assignments. Per Diem is provided at federal rates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or a closely related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience or professional internships.
• Familiarity with NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA regulations.
• Ability to identify historic and pre-contact artifacts and features.
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills; experience recording/ writing technical data is a plus.
• Detail oriented and proactive in troubleshooting in the field.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to operate a 4WD vehicle.
• Ability to work in very remote areas and rugged terrain.
• Ability to withstand high outdoor temperatures.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods; carry equipment up to 40lbs.

Responsibilities

• Recording of cultural resources.
• Testing, excavation, and data recovery.
• Completion of daily activity logs.
• Communication and coordination with LAUKOA team members.

Skills

Fieldwork

Documentation

Communication

Analytical skills

Driver's license

4WD vehicle operation

Stamina outdoors

Equipment handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology

Job description

LAUKOA brings together a diverse portfolio of companies delivering mission-critical services to the Department of Defense, federal agencies, and commercial organizations. From environmental stewardship and infrastructure support to technology, operations, maintenance, and construction services, we help clients accomplish their goals through expertise, innovation, and trusted partnerships. Rooted in Native Hawaiian values, we are committed to delivering results that strengthen organizations, communities, and future generations.

Whether you’re building critical infrastructure in Greenland, supporting federal health programs in Florida, or protecting ecosystems in the Pacific, LAUKOA brings together people who care about what they do.

Current job opportunities withLAUKOA are posted here as they become available. Check back often for new positions!

SUMMARY

LAUKOA is seeking Field Technicians to support cultural resource management work in Texas along the U.S./Mexico border.

This is a temporary position for a field based cultural resources recovery project offering at least 40 hours a week and expected to last 3 weeks.

Applicant must be able to pass a federal and state background check, as well as a drug test as part of the pre-employment process for project-based assignments. Per Diem is provided at federal rates.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Recording of cultural resources
• Testing, excavation, and data recovery
• Completion of daily activity logs
• Communication and coordination with LAUKOA team members

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or a closely related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience or professional internships
• Familiarity with environmental and cultural regulations including but not limited to NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA
• Ability to identify historic and pre-contact artifacts and features
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills. Experience recording recording/writing technical data a plus
• Detail oriented and proactive in troubleshooting/problem solving in the field
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to operate a 4WD vehicle
• Ability to work in very remote areas and in rugged terrain
• Ability to withstand high outdoor temperatures
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods
• Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40lbs

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.