SWCA Environmental Consultants is expanding their team and looking for dynamic individuals who are following their passion in delivering the highest-quality project work. Our Pittsburgh office is seeking temporary archaeological field technicians to conduct cultural resources investigations in the Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast regions this spring and summer. Employment is expected to run until August, 2026.
Pay rate will be based on experience, with any time over 40 hours compensated at time-and-a-half. SWCA offers $68/day per diem, no receipts required. Single occupancy hotels will be provided for out-of-town employees. Work will generally consist of six, 10-hour days, with Sundays off depending on the length of each project. Per Diem and hotel will be provided on Sunday. Priority consideration will be given to candidates located in or within driving distance of the Pittsburgh, PA office.
Applicant must be willing to participate in a drug testing and alcohol screening as part of the pre-employment process, as some projects require such screenings.
What you will accomplish
- Perform complete archaeological surveying and field testing.
- Conduct shovel test pits and excavation units.
- Execute data recovery and associated field recording.
- Complete field forms, digital photography, and in-field mapping.
- Assist with archaeological office and lab work.
- Participate in GPS data collection in the field under the supervision of a Field Lead or Project Archaeologist.
- Adhere to the safety program and look out for the safety of others, promptly communicating and mitigating safety hazards.
Experience and qualifications for success
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of an accredited archaeological field school.
- Ability to travel to a location, walk, and conduct fieldwork for long hours, sometimes in inclement weather (including extreme heat and humidity), rugged terrain, often at high altitudes.
- Ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds.
- Current valid driver’s license and ability to safely operate a 4wd vehicle on rugged, backcountry roads required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a closely related field.
- 6+ months experience with a wide range of field methodologies, including archaeological survey, testing, excavation, methodology and monitoring.
- Knowledge of Collector and Survey123.
Additional Information:
- Compensation based on education and experience.
- Estimated time in the field is 90-100%
- Project schedules may often include up to 10-hour days, 6 days a week for extended periods.
- Hours worked over 40 hours per week are paid at time-and-a-half rate.
- Single occupancy hotels paid directly by SWCA.
- Per diem up to $68 for full day, unless otherwise noted for specific projects.
- Vehicles provided for projects.
- Opportunity for advancement within SWCA.
SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms.
SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.
Application deadline: Our team will begin reviewing applications immediately, and interviews will be scheduled with qualified candidates on a rolling basis. The application process will remain open until we have received a robust pool of qualified candidates. Once we have identified suitable individuals, we may close the application process without prior notice. We appreciate the time and effort invested by all applicants and will carefully consider each submission.
An employee in this Pittsburgh/West Chester, PA-based position can expect an hourly pay rate of $19.31 to $25.49/hour. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law.
EOE – women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. At SWCA Environmental Consultants, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including those with diverse experiences and veterans, to apply. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enhances creativity, innovation, and overall organizational success.
If you need assistance accessing SWCA’s website, completing the online application, or require accommodations at any point during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected] or call 1-480-581-5378. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and supportive experience for all candidates. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests; other inquiries will not receive a response.
SWCA continues to invest deeply in career development programs, delivering our award-winning Career Landscape support resources to accelerate the growth of our staff. We recognize the valuable skills and experiences our internal team members bring to SWCA’s continued success. Qualified internal candidates are encouraged to apply and will be seriously considered for this position. We believe in promoting from within, where possible, providing our existing employees with compelling opportunities to advance their careers.
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