Temporary Archaeological Field Technician

Logan Simpson • Nevada, NV

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About The Position

Logan Simpson has an immediate opening for a Temporary Archaeological Field Technician to support survey projects near Reno, Nevada, with possible work throughout Nevada and surrounding states. The position reports to the Salt Lake City office and involves participating in pedestrian archaeological surveys as a crew member under the supervision of a field director or crew lead, primarily throughout the Great Basin and/or Southwest.

This hourly position pays $22–$26 per hour, depending on experience and education. For work on Federal projects subject to Service Contract Act (SCA) rates, compensation is the applicable prevailing wage or GSA-contracted SCA rate, including fringe benefits based on the project locality’s Wage Determination. Per diem is provided for non-local fieldwork at $68 per day for hotel-based projects and $120 per day for camping-based projects. Logan Simpson provides single-occupancy hotel rooms for hotel-based projects.

Eligible temporary staff may receive a retention bonus, a $150 field gear stipend, paid sick leave, and eligibility for a healthcare program through the American Cultural Resources Association (ACRA).

Requirements

• Education and/or experience in the Great Basin or Southwest.
• Ability to identify archaeological artifacts and features.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and remote locations; camping may be required.
• Ability to walk up to 10 miles per day over steep terrain for extended periods.
• Willingness to work field sessions of up to eight consecutive days.
• Ability and willingness to work out of town.
• Proficiency with electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets for digital data collection.
• Ability to work cooperatively with crew members and supervisors.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Residence in or near Reno, Nevada.
• Completion of an accredited field school.
• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology, in process or completed.
• Experience with the iOS operating system.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a crew member in pedestrian archaeological surveys throughout the Great Basin and/or Southwest.
• Work under the supervision of a field director or crew lead.
• Use electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets for digital data collection.
• Work cooperatively with crew members and supervisors.
• Travel to field projects near Reno, Nevada, and potentially throughout Nevada and surrounding states.

Benefits

• Retention bonus program for eligible temporary staff members.
• $150 field gear stipend for eligible temporary staff members.
• Paid sick leave for eligible temporary staff members.
• Eligibility for a healthcare program through the American Cultural Resources Association (ACRA) for eligible temporary staff members.
• Per diem for non-local fieldwork: $68 per day for hotel-based projects and $120 per day for camping-based projects.
• Single-occupancy hotel rooms for hotel-based projects.
• Applicable fringe benefits for Federal projects subject to SCA rates.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed