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Senior Archaeological Technician

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
Las Cruces, NM Other
POSTED ON 11/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/3/2027
General Responsibilities:
Provide archaeological support which may include archaeological surveys, testing, or excavations, and corresponding documentation. Adhere to strict safety standards.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
  • Responsible for assisting with archaeological fieldwork, such as survey, excavation, artifact collection and basic documentation.
  • Conduct archaeological surveys or excavations using common archaeological tools and methods under the supervision of a Crew Chief or higher.
  • Identify artifacts and stratigraphy, recording information on standardized forms.
  • Assist more senior staff with other tasks as needed.
  • Communicate more detailed information such as soil specifics to Crew Chief or Archaeologist.
  • May help train lower-level technicians.
  • Maintains equipment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology/Anthropology or related field and 2 years’ related experience.
  • Completion of an archaeological field school from an accredited institution or equivalent experience.
  • More advanced knowledge of artifact identification, soils, and stratigraphy.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office programs.
  • Proficient with using Global Positioning Systems.
  • A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
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