Analysis Skills, Anthropology, Archaeology, Architectural Services, Data Recovery, Documentation, Driver's License, Excavation, GPS (Global Positioning System), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Laboratory, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, On Site Support, Organizational Skills, Physical Demands, Test Data, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Oklahoma City, OK
POSTED
4 days ago
Archeological Field Technician
The archaeological field technician will perform archaeological field work, lab work, or GIS work under the direction and supervision of the Senior Archaeologist. Archaeological field technicians are responsible for excavations of shovel test pits, excavation units, block excavations, site documentation, feature and artifact identification and analyses; and mapping.
Responsibilities:
Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day
Ability Identify historic and pre-contact artifacts
Ability to travel
Ability to use GPS unit
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Ability to work hours other than 8 to 5 which may include weekends and/or night shifts
Ability to conduct archaeological surveys and testing
Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions (rugged terrain, remote locations, hot and cold temperatures)
Requirements:
Valid Driver's License
Good organizational skills, positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and execute new tasks
Familiarity with Phase I, II, and/or III work
Minimum of three months of field experience (survey, testing, and data recovery)
Requires experience identifying and recording prehistoric resources
Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, Architectural History, or a closely related field