Part-Time Archaeology Field Technician — Field Surveys

WSP Global Inc.; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

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

Single occupancy hotel rooms and per diem are standard. Candidates should have experience performing Class III archaeological survey work in the Western U.S., with extended field periods in remote areas. Responsibilities include locating, testing, recording, mapping, and evaluating sites, conducting pedestrian and shovel test

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Five (5) year minimum archaeological field experience.
• CRM field experience or academic archaeological field school preferred.
• Knowledge of equipment, technology, and paperwork for recording artifacts.
• Ability to learn local cultural history and material culture.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support with basic archaeological field techniques for locating, testing, recording, mapping, and evaluating sites.
• Support field surveys through pedestrian and shovel test surveys.
• Use topographic maps, aerial photos, and ESRI Arc Field Maps for data collection.
• Work long hours in remote environments and varying weather conditions.
• Collaborate effectively with diverse teams and maintain a positive attitude.
• Plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction.

Skills

Field experience

Independent work

Communication

Health & safety

Background check

Drug screening

Driver's license

Project planning

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology/Anthropology

Tools

ESRI Arc Field Maps

Job description

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

Single occupancy hotel rooms and per diem are standard. Candidates should have experience performing Class III archaeological survey work in the Western U.S., with extended field periods in remote areas. Responsibilities include locating, testing, recording, mapping, and evaluating sites, conducting pedestrian and shovel test