Cultural Resources Field Technician/Crew Chief at Marstel-Day, LLC

Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Sep, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

13 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Archaeology Field Studies, Artifact Analysis, Technical Writing, Data Recording, Mapping, GPS, GIS, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Microsoft Access, Photography, Oral Communication, Written Communication

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Marstel-Day, LLC, a premier environmental and sustainability consulting firm, seeks several qualified, on-call Cultural Resource Field Technicians and Crew Chiefs, to support Phase I/II/III archaeology field studies and other cultural resources studies including laboratory work, record-keeping, researching, and reporting for work in DC, MD, VA, WV, and PA. The successful candidate(s) will become members of a pool of prospective Field Technicians or Crew Chiefs, who will be called upon to perform work on an hourly basis as the Company receives task orders or assignments for these types of studies and analyses. Job Duties The primary duties of the cultural resource field position will be to provide direct support for the implementation and execution of archaeology studies for federal agencies-- including the Department of Defense (DoD), National Park Service, the Veterans Administration, the US Forest Service among others-- and state/local governments or private entities seeking to comply with federal requirements, and to provide artifact analysis and technical writing support. Duties also include data recording, mapping, note taking, artifact processing, and some photography. For projects outside the DC Metro area, the incumbent may be required to be on travel for an extended period (1 to 3 weeks) and stay at accommodations near a job site. Marstel-Day will compensate the incumbent for mileage and per-diem costs based on standard US GSA rates. Required Skills: Archaeology Tech applicants must have: * Experience and knowledge in conducting archaeology field studies. An understanding of federal agency missions or federal agency project experience is a plus. Some experience in report preparation and artifact analysis a plus as is specific experience in the Mid-Atlantic region and/or specialized studies. * An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to cultural resources, or a related subject. A master’s degree is a plus. A 3.4 grade point average (on a 4-point scale or equivalent) in the highest awarded degree is a plus. * A strong background in cultural resources work * GPS and GIS experience is a plus * Meeting Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications for Archaeology or History is a plus. * Demonstrated determination to provide excellent support to meeting client requirements. * Intellectual curiosity, paired with excellent oral and written communication skills. * Proficiency in the use of Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office suite programs Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Access is a plus. * Availability for frequent travel in the U.S. as required. To be hired, an applicant must: * Be eligible to work in the U.S. (DHS Form I-9 must be completed by the incumbent and submitted to DHS for verification of citizenship and eligibility through E-Verify) * Submit to a background check as a condition of any final offer of employment. Salary and Benefits: The Company will pay an hourly rate of $23 to $30 per hour for the Cultural Resource Field Technician position commensurate with the incumbent’s level of education and experience and responsibilities, unless wage and hours regulations governing the project require payment of a higher rate, in which case that higher rate will be paid for that project. For these part-time, temporary positions, the company offers sick leave and per diem pay, but no other fringe benefits. Application Requirements: If reading this open position announcement on our Company’s website employment page, follow the instructions provided on the employment page. If viewing this announcement on another independent employment web site, there may be additional site requirements that are necessary for submittal of an application. If reading this announcement offline or on a site that does not link to our webpage, please go to https://www.marstelday.com/MarstelDayLife.html [https://www.marstelday.com/MarstelDayLife.html] Follow all instructions and directions provided on the Company’s employment page. To apply please submit a resume including your contact information and contact information for three (3) references. Essential Functions Description: The incumbent will normally work outdoors during any season of the year mainly within the Mid-Atlantic area under varying climatic conditions. Work activities will require substantial manual labor including digging using hand tools (shovel, trowel), lifting, sorting/sifting through materials, repetitive field tasks, and hiking through difficult terrain. For certain projects, the incumbent may be tasked with preparing written communications including the use of e-mail and other electronic reproduction of words, graphs, and photos. Furthermore, the incumbent may be required to make regular use of and be proficient with computers, telephones, mobile communication devices, GPS devices, copy machines, and printers. Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy: Marstel-Day provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and takes applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. In addition, the Company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment and takes affirmative action to develop and promote a diverse workforce in every location in which the Company has facilities or places its employees for assignment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leave of absence, compensation, and training. Military Friendly Employer: Marstel-Day is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. We respect and value the service of our veterans and their families. Marstel-Day is committed to hiring transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses. We have a growing internal network of veterans and their family members, supported by proactive recruitment and career development.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support for Phase I/II/III archaeology field studies and cultural resources research for federal, state, and private clients. Duties include artifact processing, data recording, mapping, and technical report writing.