Temporary Archeological Field Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Co.; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians for immediate temporary, project-based, full-time employment in Gainesville, VA. You will participate in surveys, excavations and lab work under senior staff archeologists.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Archeology or related field with field school or 3 months field experience, willingness to travel up to 50% with per diem and lodging provided, and ability to lift 50 pounds and work in varied

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archeology or closely related field and field school or at least three months of field experience.
• Willingness to travel (per diem and lodging provided on projects more than ~90 miles from the office).
• Physical ability to conduct archeological surveys and lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Participating in archeological survey, excavations and laboratory work under the direction of staff archeologists
• Artifact identification and processing
• Preparing accurate field notes and documentation
• Interpretation of soil strata and creation of field maps showing excavations and site boundaries

Skills

Willingness to travel

Physical endurance

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Archeology or closely related field

Job description

Company: Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.
Locations: Gainesville, VA
Additional Locations: NA
Work Site: On Site
Req ID: 220904

Position Overview

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking Archeological Field Technicians for immediate temporary, project-based, full-time employment.

Job Duties

• Participating in archeological survey, excavations and laboratory work under the direction of staff archeologists
• Artifact identification and processing
• Preparing accurate field notes and documentation
• Interpretation of soil strata, preparation of field maps depicting the locations of excavations, site/feature boundaries, historic standing structures, and other notable features within the project area

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Archeology or a closely related field and successful completion of an archeological field school or at least three months of field experience
• Willingness to travel (per diem and lodging will be provided on projects more than approximately 90 miles from the office)
• Physical ability to conduct archeological surveys in a variety of settings including urban and rural areas
• Physical ability to safely lift 50 pounds
• Physical ability to walk to and within project sites over a variety of different terrains in all kinds of weather and standing or walking for long periods of time
• Possession of a valid driver’s license

Company Overview

DAVEY RESOURCE GROUP, a division of The Davey Tree Expert Company, is a leader in the natural resource, environmental, and forestry consulting industries throughout the United States.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville, Virginia. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our employees by offering industry-leading training, technology and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations: If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Employment Type: Temporary
Job Type: Full Time
Travel Expectations: Up to 50%