Archaeologist Field Technician
Louisville , Kentucky
Experience: 1
Category: Construction
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Brand: System One
Compensation Range: 20.00 - 27.00 Per Hour
Job ID: 382493
Date Posted: 10/26/2026
Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/hQs10D
Archaeology Field Technician
Location: Paducah, Kentucky
Position Type: Temporary / Project-Based
Openings: Three Field Technicians
Payrate: $20-27/hr
We are seeking three Archaeology Field Technicians to support a two-phase archaeological field project in Paducah, Kentucky. Candidates should be comfortable working outdoors in variable weather and performing physically demanding fieldwork under the direction of a field supervisor.
Project Schedule
Phase 1: November 2–13, 2026
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Mobilization: November 2
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Demobilization: November 13
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The weekend between mobilization and demobilization will be off.
Phase 2: Tentatively November 30–December 18, 2026
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Mobilization: November 30
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Demobilization: December 18
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This three-week phase is scheduled after Thanksgiving and is weather permitting.
Per Diem
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Field days: $68 per day
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Travel days: $51 per day, equivalent to 75% of the daily rate
Responsibilities
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Assist with archaeological survey, shovel testing, excavation, and other field tasks as assigned.
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Identify, recover, and document cultural materials using established project procedures.
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Maintain accurate field notes, excavation records, and artifact documentation.
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Use maps, GPS equipment, and standard archaeological field tools.
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Follow project safety requirements and directions from field leadership.
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Work collaboratively to meet project goals and maintain quality field documentation.
Qualifications
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Previous archaeological field experience or completion of an archaeological field school preferred.
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Familiarity with archaeological survey methods, soil documentation, and artifact identification.
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Ability to walk across uneven terrain, perform repetitive digging, and carry field equipment.
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Ability to work outdoors in changing temperatures and weather conditions.
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Strong attention to detail, reliability, and teamwork.
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