Archaeological Field Technician - Nevada

Overview

Compensation: $22.00-$30.00/hourly*

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.

Location(s): Nevada

Practice/Department: Emerging Regions

Work Environment: Field

Dudek is 100% employee-owned and supports clients nationwide, delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations and we have received national Top Workplace Awards. Our employees are unified by a commitment to projects that address societal issues such as renewable energy transition, infrastructure resilience, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Learn more about our culture, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are: As an employee you embrace accountability, work safely, and collaborate while thinking resourcefully and independently. You are curious, solution-oriented, adaptable, and approach challenges with innovation.

We are seeking qualified, experienced Archaeological Field Technicians/Monitors for various construction projects in Nevada and Utah. There may be opportunities to work on archaeological projects outside Nevada and Utah, primarily in California, Colorado, Texas, and Wyoming.

An archaeological field technician must possess basic archaeological field and laboratory skills for survey, excavation, laboratory, and construction monitoring work. Additional assignments may be available for qualified individuals who work well with our team. Competitive wages are based on education and experience.

• Archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring
• On-site communication with construction and Native American personnel; maintain daily logs with detailed descriptions of construction activities, communication, and future plans
• Survey work: communicate with crew leader to verify instructions; scientific photography, measurement, artifact identification, and recording resources
• During excavation: collaborate with the team to ensure clear communication; identify buried resources and document them effectively

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Experience in archaeological survey within Arizona and recording various site and isolate types in this region
• 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 project locations for several consecutive days
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment

• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Experience in archaeological survey in California, the Desert West, the Pacific Northwest and/or the Mid-Atlantic with recording of site and isolate types
• Experience with a wide range of field methods including pedestrian survey, testing/evaluation, and monitoring
• Ability to safely accommodate difficult weather and environmental conditions
• Ability to operate field equipment including GPS, cameras, and tablets
• Knowledge of ESRI Collector and/or Field Maps

$22.00 - $30.00 hourly*

• Outdoor or office-based environment; standard office equipment used
• Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain in extreme weather for long distances
• Project site visits outdoors with exposure to noise, uneven surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles/equipment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions. This role may require:

• Working at a computer for extended periods in an office or remote setting
• Bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs; 50 lbs with team lift
• Attending meetings in person or virtually
• Vision requirements including close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment
• Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain in extreme weather

Dudek is committed to creating a workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and have equal opportunities to succeed. We are dedicated to fair, merit-based processes and compliance with all applicable equal employment opportunity laws. This commitment applies to all personnel and prohibits unlawful discrimination.
As-needed and part-time employees are eligible for our 401(k) plan, sick leave, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Additional benefits (medical benefits and ESOP) may be available based on hours worked. Speak with your recruiter to learn more.

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-based employer. All positions are based in the United States and require U.S. work authorization.