Field Technician - Environmental

LJA • Knoxville, TN

10d

About The Position

LJA Environmental is seeking one or more Field Technicians for positions in Florida and Tennessee. The role is largely fieldwork, with occasional follow-up office or laboratory work to help process field data. Field Technicians work with field supervisors on archaeological projects such as reconnaissance surveys, impact assessments, intensive surveys, construction monitoring, and excavations. The position involves extensive travel for fieldwork and may include occasional weekend work or unusual schedules on larger out-of-town projects. Field staff may also assist with post-field data processing and preparation of materials for technical reports.

Requirements

• A.A., B.S., or similar qualifying degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a closely related field.
• Prior completion of an archaeological field school sponsored through an accredited university.
• At least six months of continuous or equivalent professional experience in Texas, Great Plains, Southwestern, and/or Southeastern archaeology, including archaeological survey, shovel testing, and/or excavation experience. Archaeological field school may count toward the six-month minimum.
• Ability to recognize prehistoric and historic artifacts and cultural features.
• Valid driver's license with no encumbrances to travel as needed for fieldwork.
• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
• Ability to drive between LJA offices and project locations.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to safely perform physically demanding outdoor fieldwork, including extensive walking and hiking, bending, lifting, and manual excavation in extreme conditions, rugged terrain, dense vegetation, and remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Work with field supervisors on archaeological reconnaissance surveys, impact assessments, intensive surveys, construction monitoring, and excavation projects.
• Travel to project locations to conduct archaeological fieldwork.
• Recognize and record prehistoric and historic artifacts and cultural features.
• Record soil and natural-environment characteristics.
• Participate in recording and mapping archaeological sites and historic structures.
• Collect GPS data and navigate accurately and efficiently in the field.
• Assist with post-field data processing, including managing GPS data and processing data from shovel tests, backhoe trenches, and excavation units.
• Upload digital photographs and review photographic logs.
• Complete archaeological site forms and historic structure forms.
• Assist in developing map figures for technical reports.

Benefits

• PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
• Multiple health and dental plan options, pet benefits, and mental health support.
• Paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses.
• Referral bonuses.
• Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Memberships to industry organizations.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level