[ShovelBums.Org] PAL Fieldcrew Job Posting

Posted March 12, 2015 in Archive

PAL, a leading cultural resource management
consulting firm in New England, seeks experienced
field archaeologists in the Northeast for the 2015 field season. Projects
include survey and testing (both prehist

oric and historic sites) for a variety
of clients. Undergraduate degree and previous
CRM experience in the Eastern United States is required. Field archaeologists will work throughout the
Northeast with housing and per diem provided on travel projects. Pay rate is
commensurate with experience.

Employment experience must
include:

-Performing archaeological survey and/or excavation at job sites using
hand excavation equipment

-Conducting fieldwork in a wide range of physically demanding conditions

– Identifying pre- and post-contact cultural materials and completing
standardized field forms and drawings

– Recognizing a range of soil and ground conditions and recording soil
color, texture, and composition

– Using maps, compass, and/or GPS

Additional

requirements:

-Ability to travel
without restriction Monday through Friday (occasional weekend time may be required)

-Must possess a
valid driver