Archaeology Field Technician - Arizona

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This is an on-call Temporary field technician position who will be directly responsible for fulfilling all duties and responsibilities associated with archaeological fieldwork throughout the Western United States. Residence in Arizona, Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Colorado or New Mexico is highly preferred but not required.

The pay for this role is $20-25/hr, based on experience.

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.

Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.