As-Needed Archaeological Field Technician - Seattle
$41,600–$70,720 year
On-siteSeattle, Washington, United States
Seattle, Washington, United StatesOn-siteContract$41,600–$70,720 yearBachelors DegreeMedium
ContractBachelors DegreeMedium
Job Summary
Conduct archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring across the Pacific Northwest, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Maintain daily logs detailing construction activities and communicate with Native American personnel and crew leaders. Perform scientific photography, artifact identification, and resource documentation while operating GPS equipment and tablets. Carry equipment up to 40 lbs and hike in extreme weather conditions. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or Anthropology, valid driver's license, and ability to operate a 4wd vehicle. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $34.00 hourly.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
- The ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle
- Physical ability to carry equipment and supplies (up to 40 lbs.) and walk or hike for long hours during fieldwork
- Willingness to travel to a project location for several consecutive days
- Must possess a valid driver's license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment
- An archaeological field technician must possess basic archaeological field and laboratory skills for various survey, excavation, laboratory, and construction monitoring work
- Ability to identify buried resources and document them effectively while working in a team
- Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50lbs in a team lift (two or more employees)
- Specific vision abilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time
- Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment
- All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization
Desired Qualifications
- Completed an accredited field school certification
- Previous archaeological survey experience in the Pacific Northwest and experience recording a variety of archaeological site and isolate types in this region
- Experience with a wide range of archaeological field methods including pedestrian survey, testing/evaluation, and monitoring
- Understanding and willingness to safely accommodate difficult weather and other environmental conditions and challenges
- Ability to operate field equipment, including GPS equipment, cameras, and tablets
- Knowledge of and experience using ESRI Collector and/or Field Maps
- Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships
- Ability to provide and receive feedback
- Ability to resolve conflict through collaboration and communication
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