As-Needed Archaeological Field Technicians (San Luis Obispo Central Coast)

About Us
We are an award-winningCalifornia-based environmental consulting firm with 600 professionals andmore than30 years ofdiverseexperience servingclients intransportation energy water infrastructure private development and government mission is to deliver practical science-based environmental and planning solutions that support communities infrastructure and natural systems.

As a people-centric organization we value collaboration fairness and transparency and are committed to fostering a workplace that supports both personal and professional growth while offeringrobustcareer opportunities. We are especially proud of our recentGreat Place To Workcertification which reflects an independent assessment of our culture and ourteam memberexperiences.

What Youll Do:

As an Archaeological Field Technician youll play an important role in supporting cultural resource investigations across a variety of projects. Responsibilities include:

• Conduct archaeological surveys monitoring site recording and field evaluations under the direction of senior cultural resources staff.
• Collect and document field data while ensuring accuracy and compliance with project standards.
• Prepare field forms site records maps photographs and other project documentation.
• Coordinate effectively with project managers field leadership clients tribal representatives and fellow team members.
• Support laboratory work and post-field processing activities when required.
• Contribute to safe and efficient field operations while maintaining Rincons quality standards.
• Complete other duties that support successful project delivery.

Were looking for candidates who have:

• A Bachelors degree in Archaeology Anthropology or a closely related field.
• At least one year of professional archaeological experience or a Masters degree in a related field in place of one year of experience.
• The ability to work independently during field assignments and confidently make informed decisions when appropriate.
• Experience collecting field data with GPS platforms such as Trimble or Garmin.
• The physical ability to work outdoors for extended periods including hiking long distances across rugged terrain while carrying field equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Availability for as-needed assignments that may involve 10-12 day field rotations.
• A valid drivers license dependable transportation and the ability to travel to project locations.
• Strong attention to detail and effective organizational skills.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience with California cultural resources and regional archaeological contexts.
• Previous utility corridor or infrastructure project experience.
• Working knowledge of CEQA NHPA and related cultural resource compliance requirements.
• Previous archaeological field experience within California.

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