Paleontological Field Technician - Construction Survey

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is seeking a Paleontological Field Technician to provide on-site resource compliance support during surveys for a gas pipeline project in New Mexico. The role requires strong field judgment, effective communication, and the ability to work safely in active construction environments.

Expect a 3-month, full-time commitment with potential extension. Responsibilities include surveying target areas, documenting fossil resources, coordinating with principal

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree related to geology, paleontology, anthropology, or biology.
• Minimum 2–3 years of paleontological survey and construction monitoring experience.
• Familiarity with BLM guidelines and prior permit roles encouraged.
• Ability to identify diverse fossil resources in various deposits.
• Experience using GPS and Esri GIS tools on field devices.
• Valid driver's license and safe outdoor work capability.

Responsibilities

• Survey areas for paleontological resources following plan protocols.
• Identify and document fossils in sedimentary rocks and alluvium.
• Coordinate in real time with project leads and archaeologists.
• Maintain compliance with PRUP and state requirements.
• Complete daily notes, logs, and photographic documentation.
• Collect GPS data and assist with discovery documentation.

Skills

Field survey

Paleontology

GPS & GIS

Safety first

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Paleontology/Anthropology/Biology

2–3 years field experience in paleontological survey

Tools

GPS units

Esri software

Survey123

Field Maps

Job description

Environmental Resources Management (ERM) is seeking a Paleontological Field Technician to provide on-site resource compliance support during surveys for a gas pipeline project in New Mexico. The role requires strong field judgment, effective communication, and the ability to work safely in active construction environments.

Expect a 3-month, full-time commitment with potential extension. Responsibilities include surveying target areas, documenting fossil resources, coordinating with principal