Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Mid-level Archaeology Technician
Conduct archaeological fieldwork, data collection, and reporting for AECOM projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
Key responsibilities include conducting all phases of archaeological field work such as survey, site recordation, testing, monitoring, and data recovery; assisting with documentation, mapping, and GPS data collection; performing technical research and contributing to reports; analyzing and documenting prehistoric and historic sites and artifacts; and working with field, lab, and office staff to meet AECOM quality standards. Within AECOM’s Environment Business Line, you will join a worldwide network of technical experts, benefit from the Freedom to Grow initiative, and contribute to an industry‑leading environmental firm that delivers sustainable solutions to complex challenges. • Perform archaeological field work including survey, testing, monitoring, and data recovery. • Collect GPS data and assist with field mapping and documentation. • Conduct technical research and contribute to project reporting. • Analyze and document prehistoric and historic sites and artifacts. • Collaborate with field, lab, and office staff to ensure project quality standards. • Travel overnight for field assignments in Oregon and Washington.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸field survey
- ▸data recovery
- ▸gps mapping
- ▸technical research
- ▸report writing
- ▸site analysis
What You Bring
AECOM is seeking a Mid‑level Archaeology Technician III for a remote, part‑time, on‑call role reporting to the Cultural Resources team in Portland. The position focuses on field projects in Oregon and Washington, requiring candidates to be based in the Portland, OR or Vancouver, WA area and to travel overnight as needed. Minimum qualifications are a high school diploma with four years of relevant archaeological experience, a valid driver’s license with a good record, and U.S. citizenship. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in anthropology, archaeology, or a related field, five or more years of diverse field methodology experience, completion of an archaeological field school, proficiency with GPS/GIS, and strong Microsoft Office skills. • Minimum: high school diploma + 4 years experience, valid driver’s license, U.S. citizenship. • Preferred: bachelor’s degree, 5+ years field experience, field school completion, GIS/GPS skills, Microsoft Office proficiency.
Requirements
- ▸bachelor's
- ▸gis
- ▸gps
- ▸microsoft office
- ▸5+ years
- ▸field school
Benefits
AECOM offers comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, disability, paid time off, flexible work options, well‑being resources, retirement savings, and an employee stock purchase plan. Employees enjoy a collaborative, respectful workplace, cutting‑edge technology, global project opportunities, and robust training and development programs that support career growth. The position is classified as remote, based in Portland, OR, with a compensation range of $24 to $36 per hour. It falls under the DCS business group, Environment line, and operates within the Americas region. • Part‑time, on‑call role with flexible workdays; remote position based in Portland, OR/Vancouver, WA. • Compensation $24‑$36 hourly; comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, retirement, and stock purchase plan.
Work Environment
Field