Paleontological Technician

SWCA, Incorporated; San Jose (CA); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 39 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a temporary Paleontological Technician to join our Paleontology team in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role involves fieldwork, monitoring, data collection, and documentation for various projects in the Bay Area.

This temporary, hourly, non-exempt position requires the ability to work a typical Monday–Friday schedule as needed, with preference for candidates in the South Bay, East Bay, Peninsula, Santa Cruz, Salinas Valley, and around Carmel and

Qualifications

• Education or experience in paleontology or geology with emphasis on field techniques.
• Knowledge of field geology skills, rock descriptions, stratigraphic measurements, and fossil recognition.
• Ability to conduct long hours of fieldwork in challenging weather and rugged terrain.
• Proficiency in excavation methods and using field equipment.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record; adherence to safety policies.

Responsabilités

• Assist with field surveys, construction monitoring, excavations, fossil salvages, and related field tasks.
• Collect, record, and manage paleontologic, lithologic, and stratigraphic data with accuracy.
• Follow directions, safety protocols, and project specifications to ensure quality work.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to meet client requirements and project goals.
• Perform related duties as requested by the field lead and project manager.

Connaissances

Paleontology

Field work

Geology basics

Data collection

Team communication

Safety protocols

Field equipment handling

Driving license

Formation

BS in Paleontology/Geology

Equivalent experience

Outils

GIS

Data management

Description du poste

About the opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a temporary Paleontological Technician to join our Paleontology team in the San Francisco Bay Area. Your role will be to conduct paleontological resources monitoring and fieldwork for various projects inthe Bay Area.

This is a temporary position, and you should be able to work a typical Monday through Friday schedule intermittently. In addition, this is an hourly, non-exempt position. Individuals based in the South Bay, East Bay, Peninsula, Santa Cruz, Salinas Valley, and around Carmel and Monterey are highly preferred.

Application Deadline: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and interviews may be scheduled as qualified candidates areidentified.Thisposition may close without prior notice once a strong candidate pool isestablished.

What you will accomplish

• Assists with the completion of technical project tasks in the field, laboratory, or office, including data and information collection, processing, and documentation, as well as quality control. Technicians are expected to work efficiently, in a manner that ensures accuracy and thoroughness in ethically applying the directed approach.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors, soliciting and valuing their input to diligently meet client requirements and project goals. This involves clear articulation of task needs, issues, and progress to the field or laboratory supervisor or task lead, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Follows directions, safety and quality protocols, and other established procedures to complete tasks successfully and with accountability.
• Follows applicable federal, Tribal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, and specifications.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Additional Job-Specific Responsibilities

• SWCA paleontological field technicians assist with field surveys, construction monitoring, excavations, fossil salvages, and other field tasks as needed.
• We place an emphasis on thorough, accurate and efficient collection and recordation of paleontologic, lithologic and stratigraphic data. Field techs may also be required to assist with data entry and management, and data analysis.

Experience and qualifications for success

• Education and professional experience in paleontology - possession of B.S. or B.A. degree with an emphasis in paleontology or geology or demonstrated equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of basic field geology skills, such as rock descriptions, measuring stratigraphic columns, and recognizing fossils including trace fossils. Monitors must demonstrate proficiency in recognizing various types of fossils, in collection methods, and in other paleontological field techniques.
• Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours in sometimes inclement weather conditions, including walking up to 10 miles per day often in ruggedterrain; must be able to carry various types of field equipment and supplies
• Must have the ability to use excavation tools
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record; and must comply with SWCA safety policies

Preferred Qualifications

• A few months of experience monitoring in the state of California or geologic province of a specific project.
• Fossil preparation and/or museum curation experience.
• Data management and GIS experience.
• Prior experience with paleontological mitigation projects including construction monitoring is highly desirable.