On Call Archaeological Field Technician

Job description

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 conditi...