On-Call Archaeological Technician

Terracon; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Tempe, AZ is seeking a field archaeology support role to assist with surveys, testing, and excavations, documenting findings while upholding strict safety standards. You will help with artifact collection and basic field documents under guidance, contributing to quality control on each project.

You will maintain equipment, travel to remote sites as needed, and be prepared for outdoor work in varied conditions, including long-distance walking and challenging terrain.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology or related field.
• Completion of an archaeological field school or equivalent experience.
• Basic knowledge of artifact identification, soils, and stratigraphy.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office programs.
• Able to use Global Positioning Systems.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Assist with archaeological fieldwork, including survey, excavation, artifact collection and basic documentation.
• Conduct surveys or excavations using standard tools under supervision of a Crew Chief or higher.
• Identify artifacts and basic stratigraphy, recording information on standardized forms.
• Assist more senior staff with other tasks as needed.
• Maintain equipment and communicate basic information to Crew Chief or Archaeologist.
• Be willing to travel and work out of town as needed.
• Work outdoors in remote locations; walk up to 10 miles per day over steep terrain.

Skills

Field archaeology

Safety awareness

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or Anthropology

Tools

Microsoft Office

GPS

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Provide archaeological support which may include archaeological surveys, testing, or excavations, and corresponding documentation. Adhere to strict safety standards.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Responsible for assisting with archaeological fieldwork, such as survey, excavation, artifact collection and basic documentation.
• Conduct archaeological surveys or excavations using common archaeological tools and methods under the supervision of a Crew Chief or higher.
• Identify artifacts and basic stratigraphy, recording information on standardized forms.
• Assist more senior staff with other tasks as needed.
• Maintain equipment.
• Communicate basic information to Crew Chief or Archaeologist.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work outdoors in remote locations.
• Walk up to 10 miles per day over steep terrain for prolonged periods.
• Conduct fieldwork in various environments, including extreme temperatures, inclement weather, and rugged terrain.
• Carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Be willing to travel and work out of town as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology or related field.
• Completion of an archaeological field school from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.
• Basic knowledge of artifact identification, soils, and stratigraphy.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office programs.
• Able to use Global Positioning Systems
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.