Archaeological Field Technician

Michael Baker International

12h•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; applicants with archaeological field school and/or previous cultural resource management experience preferred
Ability to work as part of a team or individually as necessary as well as 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

Archaeological field school experience
Previous cultural resource management experience

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