ERM
Archaeological Field Technician (Field Based)
United States · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerERM
- LocationUnited States
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
ERM is hiring an Archaeological Field Technician to support future needs of survey efforts for projects located in Fresno, CA. Archaeological Field Technicians will assist with or conduct archaeological field surveys and/or construction monitoring. This is a full-time (40-60 hours per week) limited-term role with a duration of six months, extendable.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Walk long distances (up to 10 miles per day) across varied terrain under adverse conditions, including inclement weather and wildlife encounters; and lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.;
Conduct archaeological monitoring during construction to minimize impacts to cultural resources
Document newly recorded cultural resources and updating previously recorded resources;
Maintain and submit accurate field notes
Coordinate and communicate effectively with ERM staff, client, contractors, and subconsultants.
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Adhere to all applicable health and safety policies, procedures, and project requirements
Conduct shovel testing and other subsurface excavations, screen excavated soils, and perform additional duties as assigned
REQUIRED
B.A. in Anthropology or related fields is required, and M.A. in Anthropology or related fields preferred
2+ years of relevant field experience in cultural resources management
Ability to travel extensively throughout Northern and Southern California, as well as other neighboring states
1+ years of construction monitoring experience
Ability to identify and record precontact and historic cultural resources
Experience and familiarity with computers, smart devices, and use of ESRI products (ArcGIS Field Maps and Survey 123)
Experience with site testing (e.g., Shovel Test Pits (STPs) and Shovel Test Units (STUs))
Archaeological field school or prior archaeological field survey experience;
Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain;
Experience in the Mojave Desert and/or Great Basin is preferred
Working knowledge of archaeological survey and monitoring protocols;
Ability to work in the field for extended periods of time;
Willingness to work in remote and/or rural areas;
Ability to work independently and as a part of a crew;
Must have valid driver's license;
Off-road driving experience;
Crew lead/chief experience is preferred
Qualified to serve as an NPS and/or BLM Field Director in California, Nevada, or Arizona preferred
For the Archaeological Field Technician position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $73,207 – $95,761 $35.19/hr – $46.03/hrUSD, limited-term, non-exempt. An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/Flexforce employees are NOT bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life & disability insurance tobenefits eligible* employees.
*Benefits Eligibility is limited to Regular employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed-Term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours a week or more are eligible for alimitedbenefits package. Casual employees are NOT benefits eligible. See your recruiter for more details.
You can apply for this role throughhttps://www.erm.com/careers/apply/or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.
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