Archaeological Field Technician (Nashville, TN)

Michael Baker International • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Michael Baker International is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians for upcoming archaeological investigations in Tennessee and adjacent states. These are temporary field assignments. This role requires onsite field work M-F. The successful candidates will be within a 5-hour drive of Tennessee. 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
• 1-2 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
• 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

Benefits

• The approximate compensation rate for this position is $25 per hour.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level