As-Needed Archaeological Field Technician - Portland

Dudek • Portland, OR

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

Dudek is a 100% employee-owned firm founded in 1980, dedicated to improving and protecting the built and natural environments. We are seeking qualified, experienced Archaeological Field Technicians for various archaeological projects primarily in the Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington, and Idaho), with potential opportunities in the Mountain West, Southern Great Basin, and Texas. This role requires basic archaeological field and laboratory skills for survey, excavation, laboratory, and construction monitoring work. Competitive wages are based on education and experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
• Ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle
• Physical ability to carry equipment and supplies (up to 40 lbs.) and walk or hike for long hours during fieldwork
• Willingness to travel to a project location for several consecutive days
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment
• Basic archaeological field and laboratory skills

Nice To Haves

• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Previous archaeological survey experience in the Pacific Northwest and experience recording a variety of archaeological site and isolate types in this region
• Experience with a wide range of archaeological field methods including pedestrian survey, testing/evaluation, and monitoring
• Understanding and willingness to safely accommodate difficult weather and other environmental conditions and challenges
• Ability to operate field equipment, including GPS equipment, cameras, and tablets
• Knowledge of and experience using ESRI Collector and/or Field Maps
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships
• Ability to provide and receive feedback
• Ability to resolve conflict through collaboration and communication

Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring.
• During archaeological monitoring, be responsible for on-site communication with construction and Native American personnel, and for maintaining daily logs that include detailed descriptions of construction activities, communication, and future plans.
• During survey work, communicate effectively with the crew leader to verify understanding of instructions or site-specific information.
• Perform scientific photography, measurement, artifact identification, and recordation of resources.
• During excavation, work well with a team to ensure clear communication.
• Identify buried resources and document them effectively while working in a team.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Optional medical benefits (for as-needed and part-time employees meeting minimum hours)
• Optional ESOP participation (for as-needed and part-time employees meeting minimum hours)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level