On-Call Archaeology Field Technician – Southwest

Westland Resources; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO based on hours worked

Flexible schedule options

401K program

Tuition reimbursement

Career-path structure

Job summary

Trinity Consultants is seeking On-Call Archaeology Field Technicians to support Southwest project work from Tucson, Phoenix, Flagstaff or Albuquerque offices. Responsibilities include monitoring construction, completing standardized documentation, and assisting with mapping and data recovery excavations in outdoor field settings.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with field training; an associate degree or higher in archaeology/anthropology is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with field school or other archaeologic training required.
• Associates degree (or higher) in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field preferred.
• Traditional ecological and cultural knowledge relevant to project work.
• Proficiency in completing standardized archaeological documentation.
• Ability to travel to job sites and work long days in outdoor environments.

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.
• Monitor excavation of backhoe trenches and stripping areas.
• Perform tasks as directed by project manager, crew chief, or field director.
• Report project schedule and progress clearly to supervisors.

Skills

Field archaeology

Documentation

Outdoor work

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in Archaeology/Anthropology/related field

Job description

Trinity Consultants is seeking On-Call Archaeology Field Technicians to support Southwest project work from Tucson, Phoenix, Flagstaff or Albuquerque offices. Responsibilities include monitoring construction, completing standardized documentation, and assisting with mapping and data recovery excavations in outdoor field settings.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED with field training; an associate degree or higher in archaeology/anthropology is preferred.