Paleontological Field Technician: Field Survey Pro

ERM; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is hiring a Paleontological Field Technician to provide on-site paleontological resource compliance support during surveys for our client’s gas pipeline project in Nevada. The role collaborates with project managers and paleontology leads to conduct surveys, respond to discoveries, and maintain regulatory compliance in active construction environments.

Requirements include a geology/paleontology/anthropology/biology degree and 2–3 years’ field experience, with GPS/Esri tools proficiency, a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Geology, Paleontology, Anthropology, or Biology or related field.
• 2–3 years of professional paleontological survey and construction monitoring experience.
• Familiarity with BLM guidelines and prior field permits in AZ/NM encouraged.
• Ability to identify vertebrate, invertebrate, plant and microscopic fossils.
• Experience using GPS and Esri software (Survey123, Field Maps) on tablets.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to hike up to 10 miles per day and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Survey predefined study areas for paleontological resources following survey plans.
• Identify, document, and evaluate paleontological resources in various deposits.
• Coordinate in real time with project teams and principal investigators.
• Maintain compliance with PRUP/ASLD terms and conditions.
• Complete daily survey notes, logs, and photographic documentation.
• Collect GPS data as instructed.
• Assist with survey summaries, discovery documentation, and memoranda.
• Communicate findings and work status to project managers and senior paleontologists.
• Support coordination with subcontractors on site when applicable.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with ERM safety program.

Skills

Field judgment

Communication

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Independent work

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology, Paleontology, Anthropology, or Biology

Master's degree (preferred) in a related field

Tools

GPS units

Esri Survey123

Esri Field Maps

Tablets use

Job description

ERM is hiring a Paleontological Field Technician to provide on-site paleontological resource compliance support during surveys for our client’s gas pipeline project in Nevada. The role collaborates with project managers and paleontology leads to conduct surveys, respond to discoveries, and maintain regulatory compliance in active construction environments.

Requirements include a geology/paleontology/anthropology/biology degree and 2–3 years’ field experience, with GPS/Esri tools proficiency, a