Temporary Archaeological Field Technicians

Logan Simpson • Salt Lake City, UT

5d • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Are you interested in joining an award-winning, multidisciplinary consulting firm where you can contribute to our diverse, collaborative, and innovative team? At Logan Simpson, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your skillset, while bringing new tools and ideas to the table.

The Opportunity:
We have upcoming openings for Temporary Archaeological Field Technicians to work in Utah and Nevada based out of our Salt Lake City office.

Requirements

• Education and/or experience in the Great Basin or Southwest.
• Ability to identify archaeological artifacts and features.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures and in remote locations (camping is a possibility).
• Ability to walk up to 10 miles per day over steep terrain for extended periods of time.
• Willingness to work field sessions up to 8 days in a row.
• The ability to work out-of-town.
• Proficiency with electronic devices such as smart phones and tablets for digital data collection (iOS operating system experience a plus).
• Ability to work cooperatively with crew members and supervisors is a must.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree (in process or complete) in Anthropology or Archaeology.
• Completion of an accredited field school.

Responsibilities

• Participating in pedestrian archaeological surveys as a crew member, under the supervision of a field director or crew lead, throughout the Great Basin and/or the Southwest.
• Interact and work well as a team member.

Benefits

• This position is paid on an hourly basis between $22 - $26 per hour, depending on experience and Per diem, which is $68 per day for hotel-based projects and $120 per day for camping-based projects, will be provided for all non-local fieldwork. Logan Simpson will provide single-occupancy hotel rooms for all hotel-based projects.
• Temporary staff members are eligible for paid sick leave, 8 paid holidays, eligibility for a healthcare program through ACRA (American Cultural Resources Association), and for eligible temporary staff members, the firm offers a $150 field gear stipend and a retention bonus program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level