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On Call Archaeological Field Technician

Job in Reno, Washoe County, Nevada, 89505, USA
Listing for: WSP USA
Per diem position
Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
  • Science
    Research Scientist, Environmental Science, Environmental Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 21 - 38 USD Hourly USD 21.00 38.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
** This Opportunity*
* WSP USA Inc., one of the nation's strongest energy-related engineering and environmental consultants, is seeking 10 to 15 Archaeological Field Technicians for fieldwork on multiple archaeological field projects in Nevada, Oregon, and Utah. These are On-Call hourly positions on a project basis; however, work is imminent. Pay will be determined by education and experience. Single occupancy hotel rooms and per diem are standard.

The successful candidates will have a demonstrated ability to perform Class III archaeological survey work in the Western U.S. Projects may involve extended periods of fieldwork in remote areas. Additional work/tasks may arise providing additional work opportunities.

** Your Impact*
* + Provide technical support using a basic understanding of anthropological and archaeological field techniques for locating, testing, recording, mapping, and evaluating archaeological sites.

+ Support field surveys through pedestrian surveys and shovel test surveys.

+ Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, and ESRI Arc Field Maps GPS data collection software to conduct survey work.

+ Work long hours in difficult or remote environments and in varying weather conditions.

+ Collaborate effectively with groups composed of diverse personalities.

+ Maintain a positive attitude, accept direction, and work independently when needed.

+ Plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction.

** Who You Are*
* ** Required Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related discipline

+ One (1) year minimum of archaeological field experience

+ Previous CRM field experience or academic archaeological field school

+ Knowledge and understanding of equipment, technology, and paperwork used in the recording and documenting of archeological sites and artifacts.

+ Ability to learn about local cultural history and material culture in project areas.

+ Ability to work independently, and to fully plan and execute personal assignments with minimal instruction.

+ Knowledge of health and safety standards

+ Valid driver's license

+ Ability to work long hours in harsh environments and in varying weather conditions.

+ Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with team members

+ Ability to pass a drug test and maintain a drug-free work environment

+ Must pass background check and successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Experience in utility transmission, pipeline, and petrochemical exploration projects is highly preferred.

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Experience with both block and linear surveys is highly preferred

+ CPR/First Aid certifications and experience

+ Archaeological monitoring experience

WSP Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Compensation:

Expected Salary (all locations): $21.00 - $38.00 per hour.

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.

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** About WSP*
* WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

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