Temporary Archeological Field Technician
The Davey Tree Expert Co.
Wexford, PA, USA
Posted on Feb 13, 2025
Position Overview
Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a Davey company, is seeking Archeological Field Technicians for immediate temporary, project-based, full-time employment.
Job Duties
- Participating in archeological survey, excavations and laboratory work under the direction of staff archeologists
- Artifact identification and processing
- Preparing accurate field notes and documentation
- Interpretation of soil strata, preparation of field maps depicting the locations of excavations, site/feature boundaries, historic standing structures, and other notable features within the project area
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in Archeology or a closely related field and successful completion of an archeological field school or at least three months of field experience
- Willingness to travel (per diem and lodging will be provided on projects more than approximately 90 miles from the office)
- Physical ability to conduct archeological surveys in a variety of settings including urban and rural areas
- Physical ability to safely lift 50 pounds
- Physical ability to walk to and within project sites over a variety of different terrains in all kinds of weather and standing or walking for long periods of time
- Possession of a valid driver’s license
Company Overview
Invest in your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on exchanging ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry leaders in horticultural and environmental services.