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Archeological Field Tech (On-Call)

ICF

Austin, TXTemporary / Per Diem$51–86K/yrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$51–86K/yr
Location
Austin, TX
Schedule
Temporary / Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

ICF is seeking on-call, temporary archaeologists to assist senior archaeologists primarily with fieldwork, including survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, and construction monitoring. The role may also involve laboratory analysis, background research, and report preparation. Work is outdoors in all weather conditions, with travel for up to 10 days. On-call employees may accept or refuse available hours and may work concurrent projects that do not create a conflict of interest.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Archaeological FieldworkArtifact IdentificationField Note-TakingArchaeological MonitoringArchaeological SurveyCommunicationCoordinationComputer LiteracySmart Device LiteracyField VisitsConstruction Crew Communication

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, or Related Field1+ Years Field ExperienceValid Driver's LicenseMVR CheckPrecontact or Historic-Period Archaeology40-Hour HAZWOPER TrainingConstruction Crew ExperienceU.S. Work Authorization

Full job description

Description

Archaeologists On-Call

We are the Environment & Planning Division. We are passionate about doing what’s right for our clients, our people, the communities where we live and work, and the environment. We are planners, scientists, program managers, communicators, economists, technologists, and strategists. We are collaborative, curious, and committed to excellence—these are qualities we value that make us who we are and inspire us to grow. ICF is currently seeking On-Call (Temporary) Archaeologists

Job Description

The On-Call/Temporary Archaeologist will assist senior archaeologists primarily in fieldwork, with tasks including survey, testing, evaluation, data recovery, and construction monitoring. However, other duties could include laboratory analysis, conducting background research, assistance with report preparation, and other tasks as assigned. This position requires excellent field skills, the ability to identify precontract and historic-period artifacts, and taking detailed field notes. Travel for up to 10 days may be involved, and work will occur outdoors under all weather conditions.

About On-Call Employment with ICF

Given the seasonal or project-specific nature of our environmental work, ICF often hires environmental professionals as “On-Call” employees. On-Call employees are scheduled for work hours as they become available (while we usually schedule work hours a few weeks ahead of time, last minute scheduling may also occur), and each on-call employee is free to accept or refuse the hours assigned to them in a given week. On-Call employees may work concurrent projects outside of their ICF assignment (as long as their outside work does not create a conflict of interest with the work they do for ICF).

What You Must Have

  • Bachelor's degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, History, or related field

  • 1+ years of field experience in archaeological monitoring and survey

  • Must have valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check.

What We Would Like You To Have

  • Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with ICF senior staff and construction personnel

  • Knowledge and familiarity with computers and smart devices is critical

  • Background in precontact or historic-period archaeology is required

  • Ability to conduct field visits

  • Active 40-hour HAZWOPER training

  • Experience working with and communicating with construction crews

Working at ICF

ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.

We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity) policy.

We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Work Authorization and Sponsorship

All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email  [email protected]  and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

Read more about workplace discrimination rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf) or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. (https://www.icf.com/legal/equal-employment-opportunity)

Bot and Third-Party Applications

Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact [email protected] for assistance.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

At ICF, we are committed to ensuring a fair interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.

However, we understand that some candidates may require accommodation that involves the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed, candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at  [email protected] . We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.

Pay Range

There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:

$50,605.00 - $86,028.00

Texas Field Office (TX66)

How this job compares

Set against the 1,729 open Field Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$51–86K/yr
  • US median$61–90K/yr152 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $68K, is 10% below the US median midpoint ($76K) — in the middle half of Field Technician salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 207 open Field Technician jobs in Texas and 1,729 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Texas
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience — less than three in four Field Technician postings that state a minimum ask for (median 3 years, across 918 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 73 of the 1,729 open Field Technician jobs (4%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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