Cultural Resources Technician- Temporary

SWCA Environmental Consultants•Phoenix, AZ

3d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking Cultural Resources Technicians to join our cultural resources team in Phoenix, AZ. This is a temporary, hourly, and field-based assignment based out of our Phoenix office. This assignment is anticipated to last six months, with the possibility of extension based on project needs. Priority will be given to candidates located in Phoenix. 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. SWCA Environmental Consultants is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm providing full spectrum environmental services across the United States. Our North Star is to be the best place to work and a leader in sustainability, delivering sound science and creative solutions to complex environmental challenges. We are guided by our core values every day. We collaborate as #OneSWCA, we are #ALWAYSLEARNING, we #NEVERSETTLE, and we #GIVEBACK to our communities. With offices nationwide, SWCA offers a collaborative, team focused environment where employees can build meaningful and long-term careers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and 6 months of relevant 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 10 days at a time).
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license and meet SWCA's driver requirements.
This position may require domestic travel, including travel by commercial airline. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain all valid travel documents and identification required for work-related travel throughout the duration of employment.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated awareness and interest in one or more technical area is preferred; or any equivalent combination of experience, performance, training, and/or education.
Knowledge normally obtained through post-secondary education or training; bachelor's degree or higher preferred.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field
Completion of an accredited Field School
Experience with a range of field methodologies; including survey, testing, excavation, and heavy equipment or ground disturbing activity monitoring.

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.
Work independently in a responsible manner.
Work as a productive member of a team and follow the direction of the field supervisor.
Adheres to the safety program and looks out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.
Takes responsibility for team safety, developing safety plans (when applicable), and anticipating potential safety hazards.