Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Archaeology Technician
Conduct archaeological field surveys, excavations, and lab processing for cultural resources
Job Highlights
About the Role
Field projects focus on cultural resource surveys, archaeological monitoring, and excavations, requiring accurate field notes, digital data collection, and photo documentation. Technicians also process artifacts by washing, labeling, and cataloging, and consult supervisors when unusual problems arise. Flexibility and collaboration are essential as work schedules are determined on an as‑needed basis. • Conduct cultural resource surveys, archaeological monitoring, and excavations; document findings with field notes, forms, and digital photography. • Use digital devices and GPS applications to record site data and maintain accurate photo logs. • Process recovered artifacts by washing, labeling, and cataloging; complete laboratory documentation. • Collaborate with crew chief, field director, and supervisors to address unusual problems and follow protocol.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸cultural surveys
- ▸archaeology monitoring
- ▸excavation
- ▸gps mapping
- ▸artifact processing
- ▸field documentation
What You Bring
We are seeking an Archaeology Technician II for our Cultural Resources team. This part‑time, on‑call position can be based remotely in Phoenix, AZ or Albuquerque, NM and reports to the Phoenix Cultural Resources group. The role involves fieldwork under the supervision of a crew chief, field director, or principal investigator, with occasional laboratory tasks, primarily in New Mexico and Arizona, and may require overnight travel. • Hold a high school diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of relevant archaeological field experience. • Possess a valid driver’s license, good driving record, and US citizenship; ability to travel overnight for field assignments. • Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or related field and 3+ years of field methodology experience. • Preferred: Prior technician work in Arizona/New Mexico and completion of an archaeological field school. • Demonstrated knowledge of survey and excavation techniques, GPS and Microsoft applications, and cultural resource management regulations (NHPA, NEPA). • Strong attention to detail, teamwork ethic, and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Requirements
- ▸high school
- ▸2 years
- ▸gps
- ▸microsoft
- ▸excavation
- ▸teamwork
Benefits
AECOM’s Environment Business Line provides a global technical network, the Freedom to Grow initiative, and a commitment to award‑winning technical excellence and sustainable solutions. Employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages learning, innovation, and career development across a wide range of market sectors and geographies. Compensation ranges from $21 to $26 hourly, and a comprehensive benefits package may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, flexible work options, retirement savings, employee stock purchase, and professional development programs. AECOM is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity, respect, collaboration, and community in the workplace. • Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life/disability insurance, PTO, flexible work options, retirement plan, employee stock purchase, and professional development programs.
Work Environment
Field