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Archaeological Technician

Terracon Consultants, Inc.

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Location
Gahanna, OH
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Archaeological Technician provides support for archaeological surveys, testing, and excavations, including fieldwork and documentation. The role works under the supervision of a Crew Chief or higher, identifying artifacts and basic stratigraphy and recording information on standardized forms. The technician also maintains equipment, communicates basic information to senior staff, and follows project safety and quality standards.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Archaeological FieldworkArtifact IdentificationSoils and StratigraphyMicrosoft OfficeGlobal Positioning Systems

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Archaeology, Anthropology or Related FieldArchaeological Field School or Equivalent ExperienceValid Driver's License

Full job description

General Responsibilities: Provide archaeological support which may include archaeological surveys, testing, or excavations, and corresponding documentation. Adhere to strict safety standards. Essential Roles and Responsibilities: - Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. - Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects. - Responsible for assisting with archaeological fieldwork, such as survey, excavation, artifact collection and basic documentation. - Conduct archaeological surveys or excavations using common archaeological tools and methods under the supervision of a Crew Chief or higher. - Identify artifacts and basic stratigraphy, recording information on standardized forms. - Assist more senior staff with other tasks as needed. - Maintain equipment. - Communicate basic information to Crew Chief or Archaeologist. - Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology or related field. - Completion of an archaeological field school from an accredited institution or equivalent experience. - Basic knowledge of artifact identification, soils, and stratigraphy. - Familiar with Microsoft Office programs. - Able to use Global Positioning Systems - A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required. Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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