As-Needed Archaeological Field Technician - Northern California

Dudek • Sacramento, CA

25d • $21 - $31

About The Position

We are seeking qualified, experienced Archaeological Field Technicians for various archaeological projects throughout California on an on-call/as-needed basis. Immediate needs in the northern and central California regions. However, we also have a number of additional opportunities throughout other areas of California and other states. Candidates could be connected with our Oakland, Sacramento, or Auburn offices although proximity to an office is not a determining factor.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
• Current valid driver’s license and the ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle
• Must have the ability to be insured to drive a vehicle and/or current auto-insurance
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment.
• As a federal contractor, successful candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: pre - employment drug test and background check.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with a wide range of archaeological field methods including pedestrian survey, testing/evaluation, and monitoring
• Ability to operate field equipment, including GPS equipment, cameras, and tablets
• Physical ability to carry equipment and supplies (up to 40 lbs.) and walk or hike for long hours during fieldwork
• Understanding and willingness to safely accommodate difficult weather and other environmental conditions and challenges
• Willingness to travel to a project location for several consecutive days
• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Previous archaeological survey experience in California or adjacent areas, and experience recording a variety of site and isolate types in the region
• Knowledge of and experience using ESRI Collector

Responsibilities

• Archaeological survey
• excavation
• monitoring

Benefits

• At Dudek we will provide you with a competitive salary in an environment that promotes growth, career development, and a flexible work–life balance.
• Dudek offers an array of benefits, from medical, dental, and vision coverage, to the discretionary bonuses, based on firmwide, divisional, and individual performance.
• We also offer a yearly merit review, an employee stock ownership program, and dog friendly offices!
• To honor our key value of well-being, Dudek provides generous Paid Time Off (PTO) packages for both salaried and hourly employees.
• As-needed and part-time employees are eligible for our 401(k) plan, sick leave, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• As-needed and part-time employees have the option of additional benefits like medical benefits and ESOP participation provided they meet minimum hours worked during the 12-month look back measurement period.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees