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AECOM

Entry-Level Archaeological Technician

AECOM

. Provide field and laboratory support to cultural resource projects throughout the United States .

Posted 11/10/2026part-timeGermantown • Maryland • United StatesEntry Level💰 $21 - $24 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in archaeological fieldwork and laboratory analysis, including excavation techniques and artifact processing. Capable of collaborating effectively with diverse teams while adhering to quality standards and managing project documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Archaeological FieldworkArtifact ProcessingGIS ExperienceStrong Written CommunicationField Equipment Preparation

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Hard Skills
Field Excavation TechniquesLaboratory AnalysisData EntryArtifact LabelingStatistical AnalysisMappingShovel Test Pit ExcavationTest Unit ExcavationFeature ExcavationField Documentation
Soft Skills
Strong Verbal CommunicationCollaborationOrganization
Tools & Technologies
GISGPSTotal StationAdobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopSASSPSS
Certifications & Qualifications
High School DiplomaValid U.S. Driver’s License
Industry Keywords
Cultural Resource ManagementArchaeologyAnthropologyField SchoolOutdoor Environments

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide field and laboratory support to cultural resource projects throughout the United States
  • Perform archaeological fieldwork, laboratory analysis, and documentation
  • Conduct pedestrian walkovers, shovel test pit excavation, test unit and feature excavation, mapping, and site documentation
  • Support Phase I, II, and III field and laboratory studies
  • Work under the direction of Crew Chiefs, Field Director, and Principal Investigator
  • Collaborate with technical field, laboratory, office, management, and administrative staff to meet AECOM quality standards
  • Support supervisors with graphic support, writing, travel coordination, project and paperwork organization, and field equipment preparation
  • Perform data entry, artifact labeling, and record copying for curation
  • Perform manual labor, including excavation with shovels and moving wheelbarrows filled with dirt
  • Build or repair field and laboratory equipment as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High School Diploma
  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices
  • Must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Basic field excavation techniques
  • Ability to process recovered archaeological artifacts by washing, cataloging, and marking
  • Ability to properly complete field and laboratory forms
  • Ability to perform bending, kneeling, standing, and lifting and carrying objects weighing 50 lbs.
  • Tolerance for outdoor environments, prolonged walking or standing, varied terrain, and a wide range of weather conditions
  • BA or BS in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education preferred
  • Experience with GIS, GPS, Total Station, Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop, and statistical analysis such as SAS or SPSS preferred
  • Completion of a university-based archaeological field school preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Previous related internship experience preferred
  • U.S. employment authorization sponsorship is not available now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Leaves of absences
  • Voluntary benefits and perks
  • Flexible work options
  • Well-being resources
  • Employee assistance program
  • Business travel insurance
  • Service recognition awards
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Award-winning training and development programs
  • In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location