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Field Technician

LAUKOA is seeking Field Technicians to support cultural resource management work in Texas along the U.S./Mexico border.

This is a temporary position for a field based cultural resources recovery project offering at least 40 hours a week and expected to last 3 weeks.

Applicant must be able to pass a federal and state background check, as well as a drug test as part of the pre-employment process for project-based assignments.

Per Diem is provided at federal rates.

Responsibilities:

• Recording of cultural resources
• Testing, excavation, and data recovery
• Completion of daily activity logs
• Communication and coordination with LAUKOA team members

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or a closely related field
• 2+ years of relevant experience or professional internships
• Familiarity with environmental and cultural regulations including but not limited to NHPA, NEPA, ARPA, and NAGPRA
• Ability to identify historic and pre-contact artifacts and features
• Effective written/verbal communication and organization/analytical skills. Experience recording recording/writing technical data a plus
• Detail oriented and proactive in troubleshooting/problem solving in the field
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to operate a 4WD vehicle
• Ability to work in very remote areas and in rugged terrain
• Ability to withstand high outdoor temperatures
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods
• Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40lbs

LAUKOA is an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

LAUKOA offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

LAUKOA gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.