Archaeological Field Technician

Position Summary

Merjent's field services division has seasonal openings for Archaeological Field Technicians on various projects throughout Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin.

Join Merjent's team for 8-12 weeks of consistent Phase 1 fieldwork, with options to pick up smaller jobs or join active crews now through Labor Day.

These are part time seasonal opportunities expected to begin in April 2026.

Compensation will be a flat rate daily per diem of $68.00 per day for days worked. Overtime compensation for any time worked over 40 hours each week will be paid. Project-based lodging (single occupancy) will be covered 7 days a week. Schedule is Monday - Saturday 10 hours a day with Sundays off.

The Merjent difference is real - it's based on a commitment to our values, which guides us in how we work with clients and each other. Our commitment to quality and professional integrity encompasses everything we do. We are proud of our reputation for delivering quality work and building long‑term, trusting relationships with our clients and with regulatory agencies.

• Perform pedestrian walkover surveys
• Perform hand excavations (shovel testing/auguring)
• Complete field-related paperwork
  • Shovel Test Forms
  • Soil Profile Forms
  • Site Delineation
  • Artifact Field Descriptions (measurements)
  • Safety Hazard Analysis

• Previous experience performing pedestrian walkover surveys and hand excavations.
• Experience completing field paperwork.
• Ability to lift 20 lbs. and perform repetitive, physical work in a range of weather and field conditions including rough and sometimes steep terrain.
• Ability to conduct field work for 10+ hours per day, work weekends, multiple week shifts on the road and regularly work in excess of 40 hours per week.
• Standard First Aid and CPR or ability to obtain.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability and willingness to travel across Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North Dakota.
• This position requires job candidates to successfully complete a pre‑employment drug test.

Merjent, Inc. participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E‑Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Candidates interested in applying should submit a completed Application for Employment (cover letter and resume) to

Merjent, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability‑related accommodations during the application process are available upon request.

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