Assistant Cultural Resources Technician 1

GAI Consultants, Inc.•Munhall, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

GAI Consultants, Inc., is seeking an Assistant Cultural Resources Technician 1 to support various projects across the mid-Atlantic and Midwestern regions. This technician will be responsible for identifying, excavating, and recording potential sites following state archaeological standards. Projects may include Phase I through Phase III, historical and/or prehistoric investigations.

Requirements

A.A. or B.A./B.S. Degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, Historic Preservation, American Studies, or associated degree; enrolled in field school; or equivalent skills and experience
Excavation skills
Accurate note taking and completion of field forms
Sketch maps, basic photography
Basic compass/navigation skills
Employee responsible for obtaining their basic field kits
Must possess steel toed shoes
Responsibility for maintaining and upkeep of company issued field equipment
Possess basic oral and written communication skills
Interacts with well with other staff
Ability to function positively in a team environment

Responsibilities

Follows required health and safety policies as specified by GAI, client, and OSHA
Maintains appropriate level of client confidentiality
Excavates, screens, and collects archaeological materials in accordance with state archaeological standards
Identifies and records any archaeological features and structures within project right-of-way
Photographs and maps survey areas, testing locations, excavations, and any observable cultural resources
Accurately completes paper and/or electronic field forms
Records soils using a Munsell soil chart
Uses a compass for basic orienteering within the project vicinity
Manually removes brush/vegetation when necessary
Works outdoors in varying weather conditions
Hikes, off-trail, while carrying tools and equipment
Performs any and all other duties assigned by supervisor
Responsible for personal task management and adherence to deadlines and scope