Part Time Archaeology Field Technician

WSP USA; Tempe (AZ); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 39 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

WSP USA Inc. is seeking Part Time Archaeology Field Technicians in Tempe, AZ for fieldwork on multiple projects. Pay is commensurate with education and experience.

Single-occupancy hotel rooms and per diem are provided; candidates must perform Class III survey work in the Western U.S. Projects may involve extended field periods in remote areas. Responsibilities include locating, testing, recording, mapping, and evaluating sites; conducting pedestrian and shovel test surveys; and using GPS data

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of archaeological field experience.
• CRM field experience or academic field school preferred.
• Knowledge of equipment, documentation and artifacts recording.
• Ability to learn local cultural history and material culture.
• Ability to work independently with minimal instruction.
• Knowledge of health and safety standards.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Willingness to work long hours in harsh environments.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with the team.
• Must pass background check and drug screening; motor vehicle screening required.

Responsabilités

• Provide technical support using field techniques to locate, test, record, map, and evaluate sites.
• Support surveys including pedestrian and shovel test methods.
• Use maps and GPS data collection software for survey work.
• Work long hours in remote or challenging environments.
• Collaborate with diverse teams and stay proactive with tasks.
• Plan and execute assignments with minimal instruction.

Connaissances

Archaeology fieldwork

Independent work

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Stamina for long hours

Drug test clearance

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or related field

Outils

ESRI ArcField Maps

Description du poste

This Opportunity

WSP USA Inc., one of the nation's strongest energy-related engineering and environmental consultants, is seeking Part Time Archaeology Field Technicians in Tempe, Arizonia for fieldwork on multiple archaeological field projects. Pay will be determined by education and experience. Single occupancy hotel rooms and per diem are standard. The successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to perform Class III archaeological survey work in the Western U.S. Projects may involve extended periods of fieldwork in remote areas. Additional work/tasks may arise providing additional work opportunities.

Your Impact

• Provide technical support using a basic understanding of anthropological and archaeological field techniques for locating, testing, recording, mapping, and evaluating archaeological sites.

• Support field surveys through pedestrian surveys and shovel test surveys.

• Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, and ESRI Arc Field Maps GPS data collection software to conduct survey work.

• Work long hours in difficult or remote environments and in varying weather conditions.

• Collaborate effectively with groups composed of diverse personalities.

• Maintain a positive attitude, accept direction, and work independently when needed.

• Plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Five (5) year minimum of archaeological field experience

• Previous CRM field experience or academic archaeological field school

• Knowledge and understanding of equipment, technology, and paperwork used in the recording and documenting of archeological sites and artifacts.

• Ability to learn about local cultural history and material culture in project areas.

• Ability to work independently, and to fully plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction.

• Knowledge of health and safety standards

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to work long hours in harsh environments and in varying weather conditions.

• Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team members

• Ability to pass a drug test and maintain a drug-free work environment

• Must pass background check and successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline

• Experience in utility transmission, pipeline, and petrochemical exploration projects is highly preferred.

• Experience with both block and linear surveys is highly preferred

• CPR/First Aid certifications and experience

• Archaeological monitoring experience

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