Field Technician

Dawson; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem provided

Job summary

LAUKOA is seeking Field Technicians to support cultural resource management work in Texas along the U.S./Mexico border. This temporary, field-based role offers at least 40 hours a week and lasts about 3 weeks. Applicants must pass background checks and drug testing as part of pre-employment.

Per Diem is provided at federal rates. Responsibilities include recording resources, testing, excavation, and data recovery, with coordination across the LAUKOA team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or closely related field.
• 2+ years of relevant field experience or internships.
• Familiarity with NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA regulations.
• Driver’s license and ability to operate a 4WD vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Record cultural resources and conduct testing, excavation, and data recovery.
• Complete daily activity logs and coordinate with LAUKOA team.
• Communicate findings and maintain field data and organization.
• Work in remote areas and rugged terrain, following safety protocols.

Skills

Effective written/verbal communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Troubleshooting in field

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or closely related field

Tools

4WD vehicle operation

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!

Field Technician

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.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• 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 temperaturesAbility 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.