Archaeological Technician

Kimley-Horn is looking for an Archaeological technician in our Tallahassee, Florida (FL) office!

• Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
• Significant travel may be required (approximately 50%).
• The role involves a variety of tasks including the excavation of shovel test pits, sifting, bagging and sorting artifacts, and maintaining detailed field notes
• The technicians will be expected to provide archaeological support, which may encompass conducting archaeological surveys, testing, or excavations, along with the necessary documentation to ensure compliance with project standards
• The essential responsibilities of the Archaeological Technician include adhering to strict safety standards, participating in pre-task planning, and reporting any safety issues to management
• Responsible for identifying artifacts and basic stratigraphy, recording information on standardized forms, and assisting more senior staff with various tasks as needed
• The position requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions, carrying equipment (up to 50 lbs), and traversing uneven terrain for extended periods

• Associates in B.A./B.S. in Archaeology, Anthropology, or other closely related fields
• Bachelors (preferred)
• Previous experience in archaeology fieldwork or completion of an archaeology field school
• Knowledge of and experience in applying research methods and forming and maintaining internal-team relationship
• Excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history
• Candidates must be able to walk long distances, bend, stand, stoop, lift, reach, and kneel for extended periods
• Experience in archaeological fieldwork in the Southeast preferred
• A flexible work schedule and the ability to travel are also necessary for this role
• Previous experience in archaeology fieldwork or completion of an archaeology field school
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.