Archaeological Field Technician

Michael Baker International • Moon Township, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians for upcoming Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III archaeological surveys in Tennessee, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina. These are temporary field assignments. This role requires onsite field work M-F. The successful candidates will be within a 5-hour drive to that location. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSOR OR TAKE OVER SPONSORSHIP OF AN EMPLOYMENT VISA FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY AT THIS TIME.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology (Archaeology) or closely related discipline (e.g., geomorphology, history) preferred
• 0-2 years of related experience
• Ability to work as part of a team or individually as necessary
• Ability to write legibly
• Ability to take direction to the satisfaction of the Crew Chief or Field Supervisor
• Must possess a valid Driver's License and be willing to travel

Nice To Haves

• applicants with archaeological field school and/or previous cultural resource management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of field-related tasks including mapping, writing field notes, and taking photographs
• Excavate and screen soils
• Identify cultural features and artifacts
• Maintain equipment and supplies
• Assist in archaeological reconnaissance surveys and shovel testing
• Assist in compass navigation
• Assist in the further delineation of archaeological sites identified during survey via intensive shovel testing and/or excavation of larger test units
• Assist in survey and/or site set-up (e.g., site clearing, grid establishment)
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees