Archaeological Technicians/Far Western Temporary

Far Western is seeking motivated field archaeologists to join us for on-going investigations in the western Great Basin. Specifically, we would like to contract with committed individuals seeking full-time mobilizations on large-acreage surveys in Nye and Mineral Counties, Nevada. We envision consecutive rotations and consistent work for several months, running from October through December 2024, and into winter/spring 2025, weather permitting.  

Compensation 

• Hourly Rate $24.50-$28.00/hr (depending on experience) plus Health and Welfare at $5.36/hr. 
• $80 per diem, and single-occupancy lodging for field mobilizations. 

Incentives 

• On-the-job training for upward mobility in the industry. 
• Support for scientific conferences and research dissemination (depending on experience). 

Project Details  

• Lodging arranged by Far Western as close to the project area as possible (Fallon, Lovelock, Hawthorne, or Gabbs). 

Qualifications 

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in anthropology/archaeology (or a related field).  
• A field school or commensurate California or Great Basin CRM field experience (e.g., survey, precontact and historic-era site identification/documentation/data collection, excavation, and familiarity with standard electronic devices and hand-held tools).  
• Ability to comfortably hike for up to 10 consecutive days in the varying conditions of the Western Great Basin.  
• Detail-oriented, able to adapt to varying data collection needs, attention to field methods/pace, and effective in verbal and written communication.  
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with co-workers, verbally and in writing. 
• Willingness to learn/refine new skills on-the-job. 
• Can comply with Far Western’s Safety Program and other Far Western training and operations protocols.  

Additional Preferred Skills 

• Current First Aid/CPR training/certifications. 
• Basic compass, map, GPS navigation skills. 
• Experience working outdoors in variable weather conditions and different types of environments. 
• Willingness and ability to camp overnight in remote locations, if needed.  
• Current driver’s license and can operate a 4WD vehicle in varying terrain.  

About Far Western 

Founded in 1979, Far Western Anthropological Research Group is one of the largest and most respected cultural resource management (CRM) firms in the United States. We take pride in guiding private and government clients through the cultural resources compliance process with high-quality archaeological research, creative and innovative problem-solving, and open communication with native peoples, regulatory agencies, and the interested public. We strive to mentor people into satisfying positions and careers in archaeology through working with our experienced staff in the field.  

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