Crew Chiefs (Field Based)

ERM•Elko, NV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

ERM is hiring Crew Chiefs to participate in and in some cases lead on-site cultural resource mitigation, compliance and mitigation support during the construction phase of our client’s transmission and distribution project in Northern Nevada and Southern Idaho. The Crew Chief works closely with the archaeological PI, project managers, cultural resources teams both from ERM and subconsultants, and coordinators to participate in mitigation, delineate, analyze, and implement avoidance measures for cultural resources to support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory compliance. This role requires strong field judgment, clear communication, and the ability to work safely and effectively in active construction and diverse, rugged environments. The position requires the ability to work collaboratively, communicate effectively with project teams, and make sound, real-time decisions in the field. Successful candidates must be flexible and responsive to a changing work environment where schedules, site locations, and tasks fluctuate according to the needs of the project. This is a full-time (60-72 hours/week), limited-term role with a duration of 6 months and the possibility of extension.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field preferred
Minimum of 5 years of Crew Chief experience in Great Basin archaeological fieldwork
Be permitted as a NV Crew Chief statewide for prehistoric and historic
Experience with mitigation for infrastructure projects
Familiarity with Section 106, NHPA, and BLM, NV, and ID agency permitting requirements
Ability to identify prehistoric and historic-period archaeological materials
Experience using GPS units, Survey123, ArcGIS, or similar field data collection tools
Valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
Ability to work safely in active construction environments and outdoor field conditions

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Candidates with relevant professional experience demonstrating a commensurate level of knowledge and expertise are also encouraged to apply.
Qualification under the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualification Standards (36 CFR Part 61) in Archaeology preferred.
Experience working in remote areas for extended periods
Permittable as crew chief for BLM ID
Demonstrated ability to support projects requiring sustained field engagement
Experience working alongside Native American tribal monitors
OSHA 10- or 30-hour construction safety training
Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training

Responsibilities

Safely and effectively leading field teams.
Follow site specific treatment plan and communicate with PI for clarification or project need changes
Identify, document, and evaluate archaeological materials, features, and isolated finds and have the ability to provide preliminary in field assessment of NRHP eligibility
Implement unanticipated discovery procedures in accordance with project permits
Coordinate in real time with project managers, and cultural resource leads.
Maintain compliance with cultural resource permit conditions and environmental commitments
Complete daily monitoring logs, field notes, and photographic documentation
Assure quality control for field technicians collected data and methods
Collect GPS data as instructed
Assist with preparation of documentation and technical memoranda
Communicate findings, compliance concerns, and work status to project managers and senior archaeologists
Support coordination with Native American tribal monitors, when applicable
Other duties as assigned or required
Compliance with ERM’s rigorous safety program