Archaeological Field Technician - Florida

Job Description

Job Description

ECT is looking for on-call field archaeologists to assist on projects in Florida and surrounding states. The archaeology field technician performs a variety of archaeological field survey tasks under the supervision of a senior archaeologist or field supervisor. Field assignments can include hours outside of a standard workday and last a few weeks at a time. This is an on-call position meaning assignment length will vary and applicants will be required to travel to the job sites from their home locations.

Immediate project needs are in Florida with additional opportunities across the Unites States.

Please note that ECT uses its on-call program to evaluate field technicians for part-time and full-time positions based on performance. On-call hires are also eligible to participate in other environmental studies based on experience and need.

Job Duties include the following:

• Conduct fieldwork including pedestrian surveys and field excavations including shovel test pits along transects.
• Perform fieldwork that requires heavy lifting, pulling, hiking, long days, sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Take detailed field notes, map, and excavate archaeological features.
• Contribute to a positive, professional environment.

Job Requirements:

• A degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a closely related field. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• GPS skills required. Experience with Esri Field Maps and Survey 123 preferred.
• Ability to travel on short notice within the United States to remote, rural locations.
• Ability to walk through difficult terrain and work in inclement weather conditions.

Compensation:

$22.00- $30.00 based on experience.

Environmental Consulting & Technology, Inc. (ECT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and other lawful criteria. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.