Archaeology Field Technician (on-call)

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: we are each driven by our own purposes and aspirations.We are encouraged to develop our own unique skills while also growingour business. For some, it's envisioning the lives of tribal ancestorsas told by the artifacts uncovered on their lands. For others, there'sno greater meaning than being in the field collecting data on flora orfauna. For our engineers and architects, it may be the pride in seeing adesign come to life or solving a complex problem while navigating thecomplexities of environmental and permitting requirements. What unitesus all, however, is our commitment to our clients and to each other.WestLandis large enough to provide a wide range of opportunities forcareer growth yet nimble enough for you to forge your own uniquebusiness and professional path. We pride ourselves on an inclusiveenvironment where talented and creative individuals work together onunique and inspiring projects, bringing innovative solutions to ourclients. Make a difference with us at WestLandWestLand is seeking on-callArchaeology Field Techniciansforourgrowing Arizona team. Our crews can be found working throughout theSouthwest on CRM projects for private and public sector clients. Forout-of-town work that includes overnight, or longer duration stays, perdiem and single-occupancy hotel rooms are provided.The successfulcandidates can be based out of WestLand'sTucsonoffice.What will I be doing?- Under direction of a field supervisor, conduct archaeological field work (field survey, testing, monitoring, and data recovery excavations).- Under direction of field supervisor, record artifacts, features and other manifestations using Trimble GIS, map archaeological features and sites, draw scaled profiles and plans, and maintain paperwork, notes, and records.- Process and catalog artifacts and other materials under lab staff supervision.- Perform preliminary analysis and lab tasks under lab staff supervision.- File and scan records and paperwork.- Complete record searches and report tables under supervision of senior staff.What qualifications are required for this role?- Associates Degree or higher in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field. Prior on-the-job archeology experience may substitute for educational requirements.- Previous experience in archaeology preferred.- Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours in a desert environment featuring extreme temperatures, rough terrain, and potential high altitudes.- Ability to carry up to 60 pounds of equipment and supplies.- Ability to bend and kneel for long periods of time.- Ability to travel out of town for work throughout the Southwest, often on short notice and for extended periods (paid drive time, per diem and hotel provided).- Ability to work as a member of a cohesive team.- Ability to work in a fast paced and creative environment.The salary range for this position is $19.00 - $24.50 per hour.What does WestLand offer you?- A comprehensive benefits package that includes 9 holidays, healthcare benefits, PTO, and 401k matching for full time employees. Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid possibilities are available for most roles.- A multidisciplinary environment where projects are unique, creative, and challenging A place where you can develop your own vision of clientele and projects, and where you get to work with our industry leaders daily- An environment where you are set up for success With two-way mentorship, financial incentives to publish your work, and tuition reimbursement for ongoing educational support, we have you covered In addition, WestLand has dev loped a career-path structure to assist you in reaching those next steps in your career- A collaborative work environment where information and ideas are shared across teams. Communication is clear and comes often. And our diversity of people and cultures means everyone always feels welcome at WestLandWestlandis committed to creating a diverse environment and is proudto be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants willreceive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or genderexpression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We maintaina drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abusetesting.To learn more about WestLand, visit our websiteat[visit[WestLandJobs](submitted by a recruiting/staffing agency without current/validvendor agreement will become property of WestLand. Anyrecruiting/staffing agency wishing to do business with WestLand mustcontact the Human Resources Department through our website.Recruiting/staffing agents may NOT contact hiring

Created: 2025-12-04