Archaeological Field Technician On-Call - Northern California

Archaeological Field Technician On-Call - Northern California

Who We Are:

Dudek is a leading environmental, planning, and engineering firm that helps public and private clients plan, design, and build projects that improve communities’ built and natural infrastructure. Founded in 1980, Dudek has grown to more than 800 professionals across the U.S. and received the Top Workplace Award for 2024. As a 100% employee‑owned company, Dudek’s culture rewards smart, productive team members with ownership, professional development, and financial benefits.

We seek creative, pragmatic problem‑solvers working at the intersection of science, engineering, regulations, and multiple stakeholders’ interests to help clients achieve project goals. We encourage collaboration, sustainability, and innovation.

About The Job:
We are seeking qualified, experienced Archaeological Field Technicians for various archaeological projects throughout California on an on‑call/as‑needed basis. Immediate needs exist in the northern and central California regions, with opportunities in other areas of California and other states. Candidates may be connected with our Oakland, Sacramento, or Auburn offices, although proximity to an office is not a determining factor.

To thrive at Dudek, you should be comfortable with accountability, collaboration, and flexibility while being a resourceful and independent thinker. We look for curious, solution‑focused people who can adapt quickly to an ever‑changing industry. There is no single way to solve a problem, so we encourage innovation.

• Archaeological survey, excavation, and monitoring

• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology or Anthropology
• Current valid driver’s license and the ability to safely operate a 4WD vehicle
• Ability to be insured to drive a vehicle and/or current auto‑insurance
• Active personal automobile liability insurance by first day of employment

• Experience with a wide range of archaeological field methods including pedestrian survey, testing/evaluation, and monitoring
• Ability to operate field equipment, including GPS equipment, cameras, and tablets
• Physical ability to carry equipment and supplies (up to 40 lbs.) and walk or hike for long hours during fieldwork
• Understanding and willingness to safely accommodate difficult weather and other environmental conditions and challenges
• Willingness to travel to a project location for several consecutive days
• Completed an accredited field school certification
• Previous archaeological survey experience in California or adjacent areas, and experience recording a variety of site and isolate types in the region
• Knowledge of and experience using ESRI Collector

• May require working on a computer, sitting or standing for long periods in an office or remote office setting.
• Capable of bending, squatting, climbing ladders, and lifting up to 35 lbs. unassisted; 50 lbs. in a team lift (two or more employees).
• Attending meetings, in person or virtually, and speaking on the phone with government agency representatives, members of the public, and others.
• Vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Outdoor activity may involve walking/trekking in uneven terrain over long distances in extreme weather conditions for extended periods of time.

• Works in an outdoor environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, printers, etc.
• Requires project site visits that are based outdoors and can include excessive noise, uneven walking surfaces, extreme weather, moving vehicles and equipment.

Proposed Salary Range: $21.00–$31.00 hourly. Final agreed‑upon compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to an individual’s related experience, education, certifications, skills, and work location.

Perks of Being a Dudekian:
Competitive salary, career development opportunities, flexible work–life balance, medical, dental, and vision coverage, discretionary bonuses based on performance, yearly merit review, employee stock ownership program, dog‑friendly offices, generous paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. As‑needed and part‑time employees are eligible for our 401(k) plan, sick leave, and the Employee Assistance Program.

Dudek is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Dudek is a U.S.

-based employer. All positions are based in the U.S. and require U.S. work authorization.