Archaeologist Field Technician Job at System One, Louisville, KY

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  • System One
  • Louisville, KY

Job Description

Archaeology Field Technician

Location: Paducah, Kentucky

Position Type: Temporary / Project-Based

Openings: Three Field Technicians

Payrate: $20-27/hr

We are seeking three Archaeology Field Technicians to support a two-phase archaeological field project in Paducah, Kentucky. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in variable weather and performing physically demanding fieldwork under the direction of a field supervisor.

Project Schedule

Phase 1: November 2–13, 2026

  • Mobilization: November 2

  • Demobilization: November 13

  • The weekend between mobilization and demobilization will be off.

Phase 2: Tentatively November 30–December 18, 2026

  • Mobilization: November 30

  • Demobilization: December 18

  • This three-week phase is scheduled after Thanksgiving and is weather permitting.

Per Diem

  • Field days: $68 per day

  • Travel days: $51 per day, equivalent to 75% of the daily rate

Responsibilities

  • Assist with archaeological survey, shovel testing, excavation, and other field tasks as assigned.

  • Identify, recover, and document cultural materials using established project procedures.

  • Maintain accurate field notes, excavation records, and artifact documentation.

  • Use maps, GPS equipment, and standard archaeological field tools.

  • Follow project safety requirements and directions from field leadership.

  • Work collaboratively to meet project goals and maintain quality field documentation.

Qualifications

  • Previous archaeological field experience or completion of an archaeological field school preferred.

  • Familiarity with archaeological survey methods, soil documentation, and artifact identification.

  • Ability to walk across uneven terrain, perform repetitive digging, and carry field equipment.

  • Ability to work outdoors in changing temperatures and weather conditions.

  • Strong attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork.

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Ref: #275-Eng Kansas City

Job Tags

Daily paid, Contract work, Temporary work, Weekend work

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