Archaeological Field Technician (on-call) Can be located in Tucson or Phoenix

WestLand Resources Inc. is seeking archaeology technicians to perform class III surveys in the field and related work. Work will be on-call/project-specific. Successful applicants should be based in either the Tucson or Phoenix areas and will report for work at their local WestLand office. Per diem and single-occupancy hotel rooms will be provided for out-of-town work.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field.
• Previous experience in archaeology.
• 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 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).
• Reliable personal transportation to WestLand offices or local field sites.
• Ability to work as a member of a cohesive team.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and creative environment.

Key Functions:

• 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.

At WestLand, our purpose is to sustain a friendly, inspired company, where dedicated people work together to create exceptional outcomes. We pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is relaxed and collaborative, while supporting the highest standards for project delivery and work product quality. Our team approach to both project and staff development naturally fosters a tight-knit environment of uniquely skilled and experienced professionals, learning from and helping one another.

Westland is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite applications from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

To learn more about WestLand Resources, please visit our website at www.WestLandresources.com

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

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