Cultural Resources Field Technician

Kimley-Horn • Tallahassee, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Kimley-Horn's Tallahassee, Florida office is seeking a Field Technician to join its Cultural Resources team. This is not a remote position. The role involves supporting archaeological fieldwork, including surveys, excavations, and shovel testing; documenting artifacts and sites; collecting GPS and field data; and maintaining equipment and supplies. The position requires collaboration with the archaeological team in varying outdoor conditions and travel for fieldwork, site visits, and project support. Approximately 75–100% of the work is in the field, with occasional office-based work.

Requirements

• 0–2 years of relevant experience or internship experience involving fieldwork, data collection, or natural resource assessments.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrain.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately collect and record field data.
• Willingness to perform both independent fieldwork and occasional office-based work.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong initiative, reliability, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, follow direction, work efficiently, and meet project deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
• Detail-oriented team player able to contribute positively to a collaborative work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree or coursework in archaeology, anthropology, history, or a related field; a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Previous archaeological experience or field school training.
• Basic familiarity with or interest in GIS, GPS, and mobile data collection tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with archaeological surveys, excavations, and shovel testing.
• Identify, collect, and document artifacts and cultural materials.
• Maintain accurate field notes, photographs, and site records.
• Assist with GPS data collection, mapping, and field measurements.
• Label, handle, and organize artifacts and samples properly.
• Maintain field equipment and supplies.
• Follow project procedures, safety requirements, and supervisor instructions.
• Collaborate with the archaeological team in varying outdoor conditions.
• Travel for fieldwork, site visits, and project support.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 2-to-1 company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation and an additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Student loan matching in the 401(k).
• Performance-based bonuses.
• Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• New Parent Leave, family-building benefits, and childcare resources.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed