Archaeological Field Technician

<div class="content-intro"><p>Your future begins here! BGE, Inc<strong>.</strong> is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm offering diverse career opportunities in a wide range of disciplines for public and private infrastructure projects. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, professional career resources, and highly competitive work-life balance programs, including personal-time allowances, dependent care, and flexible Fridays.</p> <p>In addition, BGE provides unlimited sick leave, floating holidays, and robust career growth guidance, including organization-wide leadership and mentorship programs to help you build connections and shape your career. BGE goes beyond competitive benefits to attract and retain the best in an environment that inspires excellence.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></div><p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Follow direction of field supervisors (Field Director, Crew Chief, and/or Assistant Crew Chief) in support of the research design and project execution;</li> <li>Conduct fieldwork according to state and Federal historic preservation guidelines/standards for reconnaissance surveys, terrestrial surveys augmented by shovel testing, and site documentation and recordation;</li> <li>Perform overland navigation using a compass, electronic maps, aerial imagery, and/or USGS topographic quadrangles</li> <li>Complete and submit requisite field paperwork: transect shovel test forms; draft feature profiles, perform photo-documentation and complete photo logs, etc.;</li> <li>Perform data collection using tablets with ArcGIS Collector or Field Maps.</li> <li>Communicate any issue (safety, injury, heat stress, etc.) to crew chief to facilitate timely resolution;</li> <li>Execute the goals of the project based on research design objectives and applicable standards of investigation safely and effectively;</li> <li>Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in anthropology, archaeology, or closely related field;</li> <li>Minimum attendance of at least one academic field school and/or one full year documented experience in CRM or archeological experience;</li> <li>Familiarity with state requirements for field surveys and/or monitoring.</li> <li>Familiarity with ArcGIS Collector or Field Maps, OR ability to learn how to operate effectively.</li> <li>Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate with field supervisors and fellow crew members;</li> <li>Ability to accurately record field data with minimum assi