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 🔗Cultural Resources Technician

  • Temporary
  • Houston, TX
  • $18.75 - $24.75 USD / Hour
  • October 30, 2024
  • Job Reference #: 13518
  • Job Qualifications:

    Experience and qualifications for success

    An accredited Field School Certification.
    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:

    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 for directly by SWCA.
    Per diem up to $59 for full day, unless otherwise noted for specific projects.
    Vehicles provided for projects.
    Opportunity for advancement within SWCA.

  • How to Apply:

    Please apply on our careers website: Cultural Resources Technician in Multiple Locations | SWCA Environmental Consultants

  • Application URL: https://careers.swca.com/jobs/13518?lang=en-us

Website SWCA Environmental Consultants

Founded on a commitment to sound science and creative solutions, SWCA Environmental Consultants is a leader in environmental and management consulting services. With a mission to be the best workplace and industry leader in sustainability, we combine scientific expertise and in-depth knowledge of the industries we serve to tackle global environmental challenges. Our diverse team of experts collaborates across disciplines to deliver comprehensive solutions in environmental planning and permitting, cultural resource management, biological and ecological services, water resources management, air quality planning, and sustainability consulting. Since 1981, SWCA has helped clients navigate the environmental compliance process and become more sustainable. As a 100% employee-owned company, all 1,600+ employees across 43 offices are invested in our collective success, driving excellence in every project we undertake. With a global presence, we’re able to rapidly pool resources and respond to

Job Description
About the opportunity

SWCA Environmental Consultants is seeking 5-10 Cultural Resources Technicians in our Houston, Texas and Baton Rouge, Louisiana offices (Gulf Coast Region) to assist with cultural resources management work. SWCA’s Gulf Coast region offers a unique work environment and a diversified client-base, including generation/renewables, transportation, water infrastructure, oil and gas, and land development. Your role will be to assist the crew chiefs and field directors on a variety of projects throughout the Gulf Coast and Southeastern US.

 

This is at least a 40-hour per week, hourly, temporary, field-based assignment expected to last from September thru December 2024. The selected candidates can reside anywhere in TX, LA, AL, FL, GA, MS and will be required to travel up to 100% of the time.

 

The selected candidate will be required to pass client-specific drug and alcohol screening, potentially including pre-fieldwork drug testing and monthly drug testing.

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.

Benefits

All NCPE interns received an hourly stipend, the rate is listed at each position description. Additionally, interns receive paid time off (PTO), paid Federal holidays if working full-time, and access to NCPE's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for career and personal counseling, coaching, and referrals. Project sites may also offer a housing allowance and/or commuting stipend; this information is also listed in the description or offered during the interview.

Eligible NCPE interns who successfully complete their internships may count their position towards earning a Public Land Corps (PLC) Non-Competitive Hiring Authority certificate. To be eligible to earn a PLC certificate, an intern must be 30 years old or younger (or 35 if a veteran). Once earned, the PLC hiring authority certificate may be used to apply for eligible Federal temporary, term, or permanent positions. Successful completion of a NCPE internship does not guarantee Federal employment. Contact manager@preservenet.org for more details.

Eligibility

To be eligible, applicants must be
*at least 18 years old;
*no older than 30 years of age (or 35 years if a Veteran) when beginning the internship; applicants who are 31 or older (or 36 or older if a Veteran) are not eligible;
*currently enrolled in a degree-seeking academic program at the college level (or recently graduated within the past 12 months)
*be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident.

Interns are not allowed to work more than 1200 hours total in the program; previous interns must stay within this overall limit. The length of an internship can vary from 10 to 30 weeks if full-time (40 hours per week) or longer if on a part-time schedule. If selected, the exact starting date will be determined by you and the NPS supervisor. The stipend rate is $17.00 per hour unless otherwise listed.

The successful candidate is responsible for finding and paying for travel to and housing at the internship location; some exceptions apply. The supervising office may be able to assist in locating housing but it is ultimately up to the individual accepting the internship to find accommodation.

The National Council requires all interns working in-person at Federal facilities and/or with Federal employees receive the Covid-19 vaccination. Please be advised that you may also be required to wear a mask, depending on the protocols adopted by your work site. Also be aware that, due to Government-wide security requirements, a background check will be required if you are selected for a position. This will include providing information about recent housing and employment history. The position supervisor will have more information about these requirements and procedures at the time of hiring. You may direct any questions to NCPE's Internship Program Director, Julee Johnson, at manager@preservenet.org.

Please note that interns are not NCPE or NPS employees. Stipends are academic awards and taxes are not withheld, nor are social security contributions made on your behalf. These funds may be taxable, however, so consult a tax preparation professional if you have questions.

How to Apply

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