On-Call Archaeology Field Tech – Southwest

Westland Resources; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO based on hours worked

401K program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Trinity Consultants is seeking On-Call Archaeology Field Technicians to support Southwest projects (Albuquerque area). You will perform construction monitoring, cultural resource surveys, and data recovery excavations in field conditions, identifying artifacts and maintaining rigorous field documentation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with archaeology training; an associate degree in Archaeology/Anthropology is preferred, with travel and long outdoor days expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with field school or other archaeology-related training.
• Associate degree (or higher) with focus in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field preferred.
• Prior-related experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction activities per project protocols and safety rules.
• Compile daily monitoring notes using standardized forms.
• Identify artifacts and cultural features during Class III surveys.
• Complete standardized artifact, feature, and site forms.
• Assist in mapping and photographing archaeological features and sites.
• Conduct excavation and recording of cultural features with hand tools and screens.
• Monitor backhoe trench excavation and data recovery processes.
• Report schedule and progress to supervisors clearly and concisely.
• Maintain compliance with safety and procedural requirements.

Skills

Fieldwork experience

Archaeology knowledge

Documentation proficiency

Outdoor work stamina

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Trinity Consultants is seeking On-Call Archaeology Field Technicians to support Southwest projects (Albuquerque area). You will perform construction monitoring, cultural resource surveys, and data recovery excavations in field conditions, identifying artifacts and maintaining rigorous field documentation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with archaeology training; an associate degree in Archaeology/Anthropology is preferred, with travel and long outdoor days expected.