Cultural Resources Technician

SWCA Environmental Consultants•Austin, TX

2d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking a temporary Cultural Resources Technician for our Austin, TX office to assist on projects based in the Oklahoma, Texas, and beyond. The schedule requires extensive travel subject to variable hours and schedules. Candidates would need to have the flexibility to be away from home for up to 3 weeks at a time. Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 6 months of relevant field experience
Must have a valid driver's license, the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle background screening, and have access to reliable transportation.
Able to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 50 pounds.
Available for fieldwork on local projects and for fieldwork requiring extended travel (staying in a hotel for up to 3 weeks at a time).

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field, preferred.
Completion at an accredited Field School
Knowledge of GPS, Collector, and Survey123 applications
Experience with a range of field methodologies; including survey, testing, excavation, and heavy equipment or ground disturbing activity monitoring is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with conducting archaeological fieldwork (including pedestrian survey, site identification, site recording / data collection, monitoring and data recovery excavations).
Conduct fieldwork for long hours in various environments including, but not limited to, extreme temperatures, inclement weather, and rugged terrain.
Accurately identify historic and prehistoric artifacts and features.
Assist with cultural resource records searches, laboratory analysis tasks, and other office work, as needed.
Adhere to the safety program and looks out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.
Work independently in a responsible manner.
Work as a productive member of a team and follow the direction of the field supervisor