On-Call Archaeologist II | UT

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports To:

Project Manager IIJob Type: On-Call, Variable Time Compensation: $28 - $34 per hour, based on relevant experience

About Eocene Environmental Group:

Our team has spent the past two decades providing environmental, utility vegetation management (UVM), software and sustainability services. We are fortunate to be a part of the Wright Service Corp. family, which has helped us establish a strong foundation for continued growth and success.

Through a strategic alignment of values and goals, four Wright Service Corp. entities joined and integrated into one, operating as Eocene Environmental Group. These four entities are:

Forestry & Utility Division Environmental Division Technology & Innovation Division Sustainability Division

JOB SUMMARY:

The Archaeologist II supports cultural resource projects across a variety of projects within the Great Basin Region.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions:

Serve as Crew Member/Archaeologist for assigned projects

Conduct Class III/Phase I cultural resource surveys and independently document archaeological sites and isolated occurrences/isolated finds (IOs/IFs)
Perform construction monitoring, including daily compliance inspections, identification and documentation of cultural materials, and implementation of stop-work and avoidance protocols as needed

Complete cultural desktop reviews, pre-field literature and records checks, and background/archival research to inform field strategies and reporting

Prepare draft deliverables (monitoring reports, technical excavation/testing logs, site forms), and support deliverable coordination, review, and submission to agencies

Utilize field technology (ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey
123 paired with sub-meter GPS receivers; tablets such as iPad or Samsung Galaxy) for data collection and navigation

Collect GPS and other geospatial data with sub-meter accuracy; review and verify site location accuracy and attributes

Participate in project meetings; follow supervisor instruction and adjust work based on feedback; maintain regular and punctual attendance and communication

Adhere to safety protocols and company culture of safety and employee ownership; comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulationsOTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position will require travel REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Archaeology, Architectural History, or closely related field

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience

Proficiency in prehistoric and/or historic archaeology in assigned project regions; ability to describe/differentiate geological and cultural strata and identify archaeological deposits

Competence in documenting archaeological sites and IOs/IFs; ability to conduct probing or shovel testing

Strong navigation skills (GPS/compass); ability to operate 4WD vehicles over rough terrain.

Ability to be listed on agency permits as Field Technician/Monitor Clear communication, organization, accuracy, motivation, dependability, and trustworthiness; ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team Survey an average of 30 acres/5 miles per day and carry personal health and safety equipment (i.e., personal water, sunscreen, etc.) when surveying

Work in moderate weather conditions…