Associate Archaeologist – On-Call Field Position with SummitWest Environmental
Location: Various project locations throughout California
Status: On-Call / Non-Exempt
Pay: $22 - $27/hr DOE + Paid Time Off + potential benefits
Start Date: Hiring immediately
About SummitWest:
SummitWest is a people-first environmental consulting firm providing a full suite of natural resource management services across the western U.S. Our growing team offers expertise in construction monitoring, cultural resources, permitting, and GIS.
Why Work with Us?
- Flexible, on-call scheduling
- Career development & mentorship
- Cross-training and proposal writing opportunities
- Remote work and fieldwork options
- Team-focused, collaborative environment
- Supervisor open-door policy
- Paid training and employee incentives
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
We value diversity and actively promote inclusion at all levels. We foster a culture where employees can express themselves authentically and grow professionally.
About the Role:
We are seeking Associate Archaeologists to support projects across California. In this role, you’ll conduct archaeological surveys, monitoring, excavations, and data collection at diverse project sites. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience while working alongside senior cultural resource professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct archaeological surveys, testing, monitoring, and excavations
- Document sites, artifacts, and features using GPS and tablets
- Maintain accurate field notes and photographs for project deliverables
- Collaborate with field teams and construction personnel
- Participate in physically demanding fieldwork, including hiking and excavation
- Communicate effectively within multidisciplinary project teams
- Stay informed on CRM best practices and regulatory guidelines
- Regular travel for field assignments, with occasional overnight stays or camping
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field
- Completion of archaeology field school preferred
- Minimum 1+ year of CRM fieldwork experience in California
- Familiarity with pedestrian surveys, STUs, and data recovery methods
- Proficiency with Survey123, Collector, or similar field data tools
- Comfortable working outdoors in rugged terrain and varying weather
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Based in California and able to pass SummitWest’s background check
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Potential eligibility for Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)*
- Potential eligibility for 401(k) with matching contribution*
- Educational & cell phone stipends (depending on workload)
- Paid training & employee referral program
*Eligibility based on duration of work and hours per week
To Apply:
Submit your resume, brief cover letter, three references, and any compensation expectations to:
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