Archaeological Field Technician — Pacific Northwest, As-Needed/On-Call

Job overview

The Archaeological Field Technician role is an onsite, as-needed position for projects throughout the Pacific Northwest, with Portland, OR listed as the posting location and Seattle and Portland-area candidates of particular interest. Compensation is $24.00–$37.00 per hour. The role supports Rincon’s cultural resource investigations for projects across multiple sectors. The technician conducts and documents archaeological fieldwork under cultural resources staff direction, helping produce accurate records and maintain safety, data quality, and regulatory compliance. Assignments may include survey, monitoring, excavation, and laboratory support.

What you'll do

• Conduct archaeological surveys, monitoring, site recording, and field evaluations
• collect and document field data
• prepare field forms, site records, maps, and photographs
• identify and document artifacts and cultural resources
• follow field leadership instructions and permit protocols
• maintain monitoring logs
• assist with laboratory processing and analysis as required
• uphold safety and regulatory standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

archaeological field technician

pacific northwest

portland or

seattle area

as-needed

on-call

cultural resources

field survey

site recording

$24–$37/hr

rincon consultants

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Temporary, as-needed/on-call field assignments; extended sessions may last 8–12 consecutive days. Bachelor’s degree and one or more years of professional archaeological field experience required; a master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

About the employer

Rincon Consultants, Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services. Sector: 54.