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Arizona - Archaeological Field Technician
2026-07-01 Pinyon Environmental Phoenix,AZPinyon is different...
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About this Position
Pinyon Environmental, Inc., located in Lakewood, Colorado, and Tempe, Arizona, seeks on-call archaeological technicians to join our archaeological resource program. The successful candidate will conduct Class I and Class III surveys, construction monitoring, and assist with reporting, curation of report materials, and other project-related duties as assigned. Experience in Arizona, New Mexico, and Colorado is preferred. The fieldwork schedule will generally be 8 days on 6 days off (Wednesday to Wednesday). Per diem will be $55 per day and hotel rooms will be provided, if camping is required, per diem will be adjusted.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, or a related field
- Ability to conduct pedestrian inventory up to 8 miles per day carrying 40 pounds of gear
- Be able to safely perform physically demanding tasks in adverse environmental conditions
- Knowledge/experience with anticipated/typical Colorado Plateau cultural resources
- 12 months of experience conducting Class III Cultural Resource Inventories
- Knowledge of Section 106, Section 4(f) Compliance, ARPA, NAGPRA, Antiquities Act, and relevant state legislation
- Knowledge of field data collection and site forms
- Field crew supervisory or field director experience
- Technical writing and document review
- Ability to travel
- Valid driver's license and good driving record
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a variety of colleagues
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Completion of a field school preferred.
- Applicants will be required to pass a background check prior to employment.
Application Process
To submit your resume and cover letter visit our careers page at select your desired position, click 'Apply Now' on the right, and complete the submission form. For any accommodation needs during the application process, please reach out to Employee Services via email at careers@pinyon-env.com or by phone at 303.980.5200.
Application deadline: Our team will review applications upon receipt and will schedule interviews with qualified candidates. The application acceptance will stay open until we have a strong pool of candidates, or until a candidate is chosen. We appreciate the time and effort you've put into your application and will give each submission careful consideration.
Summary of Benefits
Our on-call staff are eligible for employer matching 401k, and spot bonus programs.
EEO Statement
Pinyon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.
About Pinyon
Pinyon was established in 1993 by Lauren Evans, PE, and she has grown Pinyon from a one-woman outfit based out of her garage, to a thriving and growing environmental consulting firm. The firm now employs over 80 environmental professionals and support personnel and has expanded from its headquarters in Lakewood, Colorado (near Denver) to include branch offices in Loveland and Colorado Springs, Colorado, as well as a satellite office in Phoenix, Arizona. Pinyon is a client-centric environmental consulting firm that works towards collaborative solutions to advance our clients' needs while protecting environmental health and safety. Pinyon supports private and public sector projects for commercial and industrial, energy, public works, federal, and transportation clients. Given the depth and breadth of our technical team, we are the go-to firm for permitting and compliance on the local level and looking to expand our NEPA qualifications across multiple market sectors. Pinyon is committed to continue to expand our portfolio of projects both in our current geographies and elsewhere in the United States.