Archaeological Field Technician - Coast

Overview

Location(s): Santa Barbara County, San Luis Obispo County, Monterey County (Central Coast of California)

Practice/Department: Cultural

Work Environment: Field

Compensation: $ hourly*

Who You Are

As an employee you embrace accountability, work safely, collaborate, and think resourcefully and independently.

Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution‑oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation.

How You’ll Make an Impact

We are seeking qualified, experienced Archaeological Field Technicians for various projects on the Central Coast of California (Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Monterey Counties). 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 level of education and experience.

• Archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring
• During archaeological monitoring the applicant would be responsible for on‑site communication with construction and Native American personnel, and for maintaining daily logs that include detailed descriptions of construction activities, communication, and future plans
• During survey work the applicant will be expected to communicate effectively with crew leader to verify understanding of instructions or site‑specific information. Scientific photography, measurement, artifact identification, and recordation of resources will be required
• During excavation the applicant will be expected to work well with a team to ensure clear communication. Ability to identify buried resources and document them effectively while working in a team will be necessary

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
• The ability to safely operate a 4‑wheel drive 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 the first day of employment

• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Previous archaeological survey experience in California, the Desert West, the Pacific Northwest and/or the Mid‑Atlantic, and experience recording a variety of site and isolate types in the respective region(s)
• 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

$ hourly*

* Final agreed‑upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location. Successful candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug test and background check prior to beginning employment.

• This job operates in an outdoor or office‑based environment and this role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.

• This job requires project site visits, based outdoors which can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, and moving vehicles and equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This job requires the following:

• Working on a computer, sitting, or standing for long periods of time in an office or remote office setting.

• Employees must be capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50 lbs in a team lift (two or more employees).

• Attending meetings, both in person and virtually, and speaking on the phone with peers, clients,…