Archaeological Field Technician
Archaeological Field Technician
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Job Description
SUMMARY:
This position is an Archaeological Field Technician and is a seasonal temporary on-call full-time employment position. The employee will participate in field activities. The employee will function as part of a team and as support staff to the Project Archaeologist and Principal Investigator for a variety of projects. Assignments will include assisting in monitoring Phase I II and III archaeological fieldwork.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):
- B.A./B.S. in Archaeology Anthropology or other closely related fields.
- Previous experience in archaeology fieldwork or completion of an archaeology field school required.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
- Must have detailed note taking skills.
- Communicate effectively and work closely with fellow employees.
- Must be able to operate GPS units.
- Ability to identify precontact and historic artifacts of the Southeast United States a plus.
ATTRIBUTES:
- Self-Motivated Shows initiative and the ability to achieve something with ones own enthusiasm or interest without needing pressure from others.
- Communicator - Able to succinctly convey information. Comfortable with communicating information to all levels easily. Proficient listener.
- Detailed Able to pay close attention to the small particulars when working on a particular task in order to produce a high-quality product.
- Safety Conscious Values the safety of self and others by following all regulations and guidelines wearing necessary PPE and continuously upholding safety expectations.
- Willingness to Learn Desire for continuous learning and self-improvement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Under the direction of the Project Archaeologist or Principal Investigator will conduct archaeological fieldwork at a variety of levels including survey testing monitoring and data recovery excavations.
- Assist with laboratory analysis consisting of sorting counting weighing cultural material cataloging data entry and artifact photography under staff supervision.
- Office duties includes filing and scanning records and paperwork completing record searches and assisting in writing portions of reports under the supervision of senior staff.
- Ensure safety and quality standards policies and procedures are complied with.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to travel frequently and on short notice.
- Ability to travel overnight for extended periods of time.
- Ability to walk long distances recurring bending stooping lifting reaching digging and similar activities.
- Ability to lift and carry equipment up to 30 lbs.
- Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain sometimes for extended periods of time.
The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in the described position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all position duties and skills required of the individual classified in this position.
ADDITIONAL COMPANY INFORMATION:
The above Job Description is a written statement of facts describing the scope responsibilities and organizational relationships of this position as it is. It is intended to provide a clear picture of the positions role within the organization.
This job description is subject to change as Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC evolves and in no way implies that this description includes all the duties associated with this position. Job duties related to this position may be added/removed from the job description as needed. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC depends on its employees to assess current positions and update position description as duties change responsibilities increase/decrease technology improvements occur or because of any other factors which may impact the success of such position.
Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability competence and performance of the essential functions of their positions. It is the policy of Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC to be nondiscriminatory in all matters regarding the selection recruiting hiring termination promotion transfer work assignment scheduling compensation of employees and any or all other terms and conditions of employment. The company does not unlawfully discriminate based on any applicable legally protected classification or characteristics including but not limited to race color religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin veteran status ancestry citizenship age physical or mental disability. Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA you are encouraged to contact us at
Providence Engineering and Environmental Consulting LLC is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
