Archaeology Field Technician

What you'll do

• Conducting archaeological pedestrian surveys
• Archaeological data collection (GPS, photographs, site forms, site sketch, artifact sketch)
• Subsurface testing or artifact identification
• Measuring and fully recording artifacts
• Preparing high-quality field notes
• Working as a team member, or independently, as the job may require
• Other duties as requested

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Archaeology, Anthropology or related field
• At least 6 months of archaeological field experience or field school experience
• Experience performing archaeological survey and excavation
• Ability to work in diverse, often difficult terrain, that will involve hiking long distances to and from project areas (up to 5 to 10 miles per day)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well with others and be a proactive part of a project team
• Excellent attention to detail and detailed note taking skills
• A valid driver's license
• Ability to operate GPS units and navigate using USGS maps/aerial photography, and compass preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Must understand and comply with company safety standards
• Access to a laptop or computer to complete timesheets, expense reports, and office tasks
• As a federal contractor that is subject to Executive Order 14042, Sundance requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodations for bona fide medical and religious exemptions.
• Ability to lift and move materials and equipment up to 50 -pounds on occasion.
• This role will require the successful completion of fit for work testing which includes Drug & Alcohol testing

Work Environment

• This is a temporary, part-time, non-exempt, hourly wage position. Approximately 45 to 50 hours per week.
• Overnight and day travel as needed to support field work.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions, including inclement weather.
• Per Diem is often on a GSA rate and is based on the location of the fieldwork. Per Diem is generally never less than $50 per day.
• Hotel or lodging is covered by Sundance and is not part of per diem
• Some projects may require long-term remote camping to be executed.
• Opportunities for post-field office work are often available; however these are at the Project Field Director and Principal Investigator’s discretion. Interest in a temporary post-field office position should be communicated to the field director or crew chief.