On-Call Archaeological Field Technician (Per Diem)

WSP in the U.S.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel & per diem

Job summary

WSP USA Inc. is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians for fieldwork on multiple projects in Nevada, Oregon, and Utah. These are On-Call hourly positions on a project basis; pay will be determined by education and experience. Single occupancy hotel rooms and per diem are standard.

The successful candidates will perform Class III archaeological survey work in the Western U.S., with extended field periods in remote areas and potential for additional work opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related discipline.
• 5-7+ years of archaeological field experience.
• CRM field experience or academic archaeological field school.
• Knowledge of recording, documentation, and artifacts.
• Ability to work independently and plan personal assignments with minimal instruction.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards and a valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support using a basic understanding of anthropological and archaeological field techniques for locating, testing, recording, mapping, and evaluating archaeological sites.
• Support field surveys through pedestrian surveys and shovel test surveys.
• Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, and ESRI Arc Field Maps GPS data collection software to conduct survey work.
• Work long hours in difficult or remote environments and in varying weather conditions.
• Collaborate effectively with groups composed of diverse personalities.
• Maintain a positive attitude, accept direction, and work independently when needed.
• Plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction.

Skills

Independent work

Team communication

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Tools

Arc Field Maps

GPS data collection

Job description

WSP USA Inc. is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians for fieldwork on multiple projects in Nevada, Oregon, and Utah. These are On-Call hourly positions on a project basis; pay will be determined by education and experience. Single occupancy hotel rooms and per diem are standard.

The successful candidates will perform Class III archaeological survey work in the Western U.S., with extended field periods in remote areas and potential for additional work opportunities.