Temporary Archeological Field Technician

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Gainesville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, seeks Archeological Field Technicians for immediate temporary, project-based, full-time employment in Gainesville, VA. You will work under senior archaeologists on surveys, excavations and lab tasks, documenting findings and artifact processing.

Travel is expected on projects beyond ~90 miles from the office; per diem and lodging are provided. Successful candidates have a related degree or field school and strong physical stamina for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or closely related field required.
• Successful completion of an archaeological 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 surveys in varied settings and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk over uneven terrain in all weather and stand or walk for long periods.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Participate in archaeological survey, excavations and laboratory work under staff archaeologists.
• Identify and process artifacts and maintain accurate field notes.
• Prepare maps and site documentation showing excavation locations, boundaries and features.
• Interpret soil strata and document project area features.

Job description

Company: Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc.

Locations: Gainesville, VA

Additional Locations: NA

Work Site: On Site

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.

Divisional Overview

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%