Temporary Archeological Field Technician - Gainesville, United States - The Davey Tree Expert Company

The Davey Tree Expert Company

Verified Company

Gainesville, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Temporary Archeological Field Technician

Additional Locations:
n/a

Primary Locations:
VA, Gainesville, 5300 Wellington Branch Drive, Suite 100, 20155, VA, Virginia Beach, 1008 Old Virginia Beach Rd Suite 200, 23451, VA, Richmond, 1620 Brook Road, 23220

Requisition ID:161025

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.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

As a service provider, our success depends upon our ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established by federal, state or local law.

Employment Type:
Temporary

Job Type:
Full Time

Travel Expectations:
Up to 100%