Cultural Resources Technician

SWCA Environmental Consultants•Albuquerque, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

SWCA Environmental Consultants has an opening for Cultural Resources Field Technicians (HR Title: Cultural Resources Technician) for our New Mexico/Four Corners business. If you thrive in pursuit of excellence in environmental consulting services for your clients, then this could be an excellent match for your skills. SWCA Environmental Consultants is expanding their team and looking for dynamic individuals who are following their passion in delivering the highest-quality project work. The New Mexico- Four Corners office of SWCA is hiring for field technicians to support pedestrian survey in southern New Mexico. This is a temporary, hourly, non-exempt position based out of Albuquerque. Applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of location, but all work will be in New Mexico and technicians will need to be able to travel to Albuquerque for mobilization. Round-trip travel from Albuquerque to the project area, lodging, and standard per diem are provided. Cultural Resources technicians are eligible for wellness time. Our Vision (the North Star): Help drive SWCA to be the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, bringing sound science and creative solutions to global environmental challenges while maintaining a dedication to employee-ownership. Core Values: We are #OneSWCA and collaborate across all our offices, programs, and disciplines. We are #AlwaysLearning, we #NeverSettle and #SWCAGivesBack. We are 100% employee-owned, and we build our success together. It is imperative for the successful candidate to fit SWCA's unique culture. Do you appreciate sustainability and environmental awareness? Is giving back to your community a priority? SWCA is a team of scientists, planners, technical experts, and corporate services professionals who are committed to our culture. Purpose: Our company purpose is to preserve natural and cultural resources for tomorrow while enabling projects that benefit people today. You are invited to be a part of our success story.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field or six (6) months field experience with a range of field methodologies, including survey, testing, excavation, and monitoring required
Current valid driver’s license and the ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle on rugged, backcountry roads required
Ability to travel to a location, walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather, rugged terrain, often at high altitudes, and ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds is required.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited Field School Certification is preferred
Knowledge of ArcGIS software programs preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct archaeological fieldwork including monitoring, survey, testing, and data recovery.
Assist with mapping responsibilities in the field, including collection of GPS data using handheld units.
Assist in excavations using shovels, picks, hand troweling, screening, and documenting stratigraphy.
Adhere to the safety program and look out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.