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# Archaeological Field Technician (On-Call; Reno and Las Vegas, Nevada) at Environmental Science Associates

- **Company:** Environmental Science Associates
- **Location:** Nevada, United States
- **Compensation:** $22–$31/hr
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-08-21
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-06
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/environmentalscienceassociates/jobs/5387836008

## Job description

Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm. We plan, design, permit, mitigate, and restore for projects across our communities, infrastructure systems, open spaces, and wildlands. We are 50 years strong in 21 offices across California, the Pacific Northwest, and the Southeastern United States.

Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is actively seeking On-Call Archaeological Field Technicians in Nevada area who are familiar with working on active construction sites; conducting archaeological survey, testing, and data recovery fieldwork; and completing IMAC forms or are knowledgeable of archaeological materials common to the region. Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of one year of field experience or relative academic field experience in Nevada.  You live within a commutable distance to projects in Nevada and are also open and willing to travel for various projects requiring overnight stays in hotels, if needed.

## Who You Are

- You are an effective team member experienced in archaeological and/or paleontological monitoring, surveys and documentation of archaeological, and/or paleontological resources in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal guidelines and requirements.
- You live within a commutable distance for various projects based in Nevada.
- You hold a Bachelor’s degree or higher in archaeology/anthropology/paleontology/geology or related field. You have a demonstrated ability to use app-based software for field recordation and mapping.
- Qualified candidates must be open to travel as needed for projects and site visits.  Mileage and travel reimbursements will be provided consistent with the project contract.
- You enjoy fieldwork and can walk long distances carrying a backpack; and are able to lift at least 50 pounds. Candidates should be confident working outside, in remote and rural settings, as well as in urban environments. Physical outdoor work may include, but may not be limited to, work in all types of weather, traversing uneven ground and sometimes steep terrain in forested environments, fields, arid lands, along stream banks, and in coastal/intertidal areas. Some night and/or weekend work may be required.  You can work some nights and/or weekends.  You may participate in compliance monitoring and reporting activities for on-going construction projects; you will work near heavy equipment.
- You possess a valid driver’s license and have experience driving 4 wheel-drive vehicles off-road.

## What You Will Do for ESA

ESA is looking for on-call archaeological field technicians to support field projects in Nevada. Qualified candidates must demonstrate the ability to perform all aspects of archaeological and/or paleontological monitoring and familiarity working on construction sites, coordinating with construction personnel, and interacting with Native American monitors. Successful candidates will fulfill the following duties:

- Monitor construction activities and identify archaeological and/or paleontological resources
- Effectively communicate with construction crews and project personnel
- Write and maintain written daily survey, monitoring, recordation, and cataloging logs, including utilizing electronic data collection tools and GIS mapping applications
- Other Ad-hoc tasks as needed

What’s Special About Our Archaeological, Cultural Resources Team

Our [Cultural Resources Team](https://esassoc.com/services/cultural-and-historic-resources/) includes pre-contact and historical archaeologists, geoarchaeological specialists, tribal consultation specialists, architectural historians, historians, and paleontologists that provide expertise for many local, state, and federal agencies throughout Nevada. Our work matters because we assist agencies in ensuring that our nation’s history and that of the tribal communities with whom we work are protected where possible and treated with respect. We value creative thinking, teamwork, and multi-disciplinary and cross-disciplinary engagement and integration.

What’s Special About ESA

Joining ESA means becoming part of a close-knit team of environmental professionals who contribute to outstanding projects, improve environmental stewardship, and advance a more sustainable and resilient future for our communities and wild places.

You are eligible to participate in ESA’s sick leave program. You may be eligible to participate in our employee stock ownership program and tax deferred 401(k) plan if you meet the eligibility requirements for these plans. ESA has established multiple pay ranges tailored to the economic factors in the geographies in which ESA staff reside. For this position, the range is approximately as listed based on our anticipated hiring locations as noted in the above job details. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including but not limited to an individual’s related experience, education, skills, and the city in which the applicant lives.

CA Pay Transparency Clause $21.87—$30.61 USD

## Who We Are

We are a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm who values diversity and inclusion and celebrate the differences that make each of us unique. Our culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that our variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions, which fosters our continued success for our employee-owners and clients.

In accordance with ESA’s duty and responsibility to provide and maintain a safe workplace that is free of known hazards and to minimize the exposure to potential hazards, any employee who works from an ESA office or conducts any other in-person ESA work-related activity is required to submit their proof of vaccination status or have received an approved exemption and accommodation in states which this applies.

Please note: We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes from agencies

If you are an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Human Resources Department via email: humanresources@esassoc.com for assistance.

Please include the following in your message so we can promptly address your request:

- Full name
- The best method to contact you (phone number and/or email address)
- Title of Job Position Applied
- Description of your accommodation request

ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOE M/V/F/D)

## About Environmental Science Associates

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm that plans, designs, permits, mitigates, and restores for projects across communities, infrastructure, open spaces, and wildlands.
- **Entity Type**: Private (100% employee-owned via ESOP)
- **Headquarters**: San Francisco, California, United States
- **Founded**: 1969
- **Founders**: Three scientists (names not publicly available)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Environmental consulting, planning, and design
- Target customers: Government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private industry
- Mission/purpose: To help clients advance a more sustainable and resilient future while keeping the environment in balance; "an inclusive employee-driven firm that continuously raises the industry standard through technical excellence and innovation."

## Products & Services
ESA provides multidisciplinary environmental services across multiple practice areas:
- **Biological Resources & Land Management**: Biological surveys, habitat restoration, permitting (e.g., wetlands, endangered species)
- **Energy**: Environmental planning and permitting for renewable energy (solar, battery storage, emerging technologies), transmission projects, natural gas, and electric infrastructure
- **Community Development**: Environmental planning, NEPA/CEQA compliance, urban design
- **Cultural Resources**: Archaeological surveys, historic preservation, tribal consultation
- **Hydrology & Water Resources**: Coastal engineering, floodplain management, geomorphology, water quality
- **Infrastructure & Transportation**: Environmental impact reports, mitigation for transportation projects
- **Climate Resilience**: Sea level rise adaptation, sustainability planning

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (private, employee-owned)
- **Key Metric**: 55 years in business (founded 1969); 21 offices across California, Pacific Northwest, and Southeastern United States
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (no external investors; employee-owned)
- **Growth Signals**: Expanding renewable energy practice (solar, battery storage, emerging technologies); active hiring across multiple offices and disciplines; recent job postings for Project Managers in energy infrastructure and data centers

## Competitive Advantages
- **100% employee-owned** – all staff have an equity stake, fostering ownership culture and long-term commitment
- **Multidisciplinary approach** – integrates science, planning, engineering, and design for holistic solutions
- **Deep regulatory expertise** – founded just before NEPA, CEQA, Clean Air and Clean Water Acts; decades of experience navigating complex environmental laws
- **Defensible science** – rigorous technical review process ensures high-quality, defensible deliverables
- **Client loyalty** – described as "go-to source" for well-reasoned, timely solutions; sustained 55-year track record

## Strategic Focus
- Growing renewable energy and energy infrastructure practice (solar, battery storage, transmission, data centers)
- Expanding geographic footprint in the Southeastern US (Florida offices)
- Advancing climate resilience and sea level rise adaptation
- Continued investment in employee ownership culture and flexible work arrangements

## Why Work Here
- **Employee ownership**: All employees become owners with equity stake that can grow annually
- **Flexible work**: "Flexible and Future-Focused" – remote and hybrid options available; work-life balance is emphasized
- **Inclusive culture**: Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) as core to operations
- **Meaningful impact**: Work directly contributes to environmental protection, sustainability, and climate resilience
- **Career growth**: Opportunities for continued development, cross-functional collaboration, and recognition
- **Perks**: Competitive pay, flexible work arrangements, supportive environment for career stages

## Sources
1. [esassoc.com](https://esassoc.com/)
2. [esassoc.com/about/](https://esassoc.com/about/)
3. [esassoc.com/join-us/job-openings/](https://esassoc.com/join-us/job-openings/)
4. [esassoc.com/join-us/](https://esassoc.com/join-us/)
5. [Greenhouse Job Board](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/environmentalscienceassociates)

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