Cultural Resources Technician
About The Position
SWCA Environmental Consultants seeks three (3) Cultural Resources Field Technicians to join our Midwest cultural resources team, participating in cultural resource management projects across Michigan, Ohio, and or Indiana. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to solar energy and local government projects throughout the Midwest, ensuring compliance, preservation, and alignment with sustainable development goals. These are temporary, hourly, non-exempt, field-based assignments with an anticipated schedule of 40-50 hours per week, running from approximately April 2026 through June 2026. We strongly encourage applications from candidates located in Michigan, Ohio, or Indiana for priority consideration. Application deadline: 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
- A Bachelor’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field, or working towards the completion of one of these degree programs.
- Completion of an accredited archaeological field school.
- Ability to travel to a location, walk, and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather (including extreme heat and humidity), rugged terrain, often at high altitudes.
- Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing 25-50 pounds.
- Current valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle on rugged, backcountry roads required.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field.
- 6+ months experience with a wide range of field methodologies, including archaeological survey, testing, excavation, methodology and monitoring.
- Knowledge of Collector and Survey123.
Responsibilities
- Perform complete archaeological surveying and field testing, conducting shovel test pits and excavation units.
- Complete field documentation, including forms, digital photography, in-field mapping, and GPS data collection, under the supervision of a Field Lead or Project Archaeologist.
- Adhere to the safety program and look out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.
Benefits
- Hours worked over 40 hours per week are paid at time-and-a-half rate.
- Single occupancy hotels paid directly by SWCA.
- Per diem up to $68 for full day assignments, unless otherwise noted for specific projects.
- Vehicles provided for projects.
- Opportunity for advancement within SWCA.
- SWCA offers a Total Rewards package which is designed to support your well-being, career growth, and work-life balance. Highlights include wellness paid time off, an employee assistance program, award-winning career development opportunities, a vibrant and inclusive corporate culture, and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
