Temporary Archeological Field Technician
Company: The Davey Tree Expert Company
Location: Richmond
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Additional Locations: n/a
Primary Locations: VA, Gainesville, 5300 Wellington Branch Drive,
Suite 100, 20155, VA, Virginia Beach, 1008 Old Virginia Beach Rd
Suite 200, 23451, VA, Richmond, 1620 Brook Road, 23220 Requisition
ID: 161025 Position Overview Wetland Studies and Solutions, Inc., a
Davey company, is seeking Archeological Field Technicians for
immediate temporary, project-based, full-time employment. Job
Duties Participating in archeological survey, excavations and
laboratory work under the direction of staff archeologists Artifact
identification and processing Preparing accurate field notes and
documentation Interpretation of soil strata, preparation of field
maps depicting the locations of excavations, site/feature
boundaries, historic standing structures, and other notable
features within the project area Qualifications A Bachelor's degree
in Archeology or a closely related field and successful completion
of an archeological field school or at least three months of field
experience Willingness to travel (per diem and lodging will be
provided on projects more than approximately 90 miles from the
office) Physical ability to conduct archeological surveys in a
variety of settings including urban and rural areas Physical
ability to safely lift 50 pounds Physical ability to walk to and
within project sites over a variety of different terrains in all
kinds of weather and standing or walking for long periods of time
Possession of a valid driver’s license Company Overview Invest in
your future. Join one of the largest employee-owned companies in
the nation! Davey has a unique culture that focuses on exchanging
ideas, community partnership, a commitment to safety, and
delivering unrivaled client service while acting as industry
leaders in horticultural and environmental services. We are proud
to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action
employer. As a service provider, our success depends upon our
ability to attract and retain qualified personnel, regardless of
their age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin,
disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or
veteran status, or other protected characteristics as established
by federal, state or local law. Wetland Studies and Solutions,
Inc., a Davey company, provides a full range of natural and
cultural resource consulting services and is based in Gainesville,
Va. The Davey Tree Expert Company has U.S. and Canadian operations
in more than 47 states and five provinces and provides a variety of
tree care, grounds maintenance and consulting services for the
residential, utility, commercial, and government markets. Founded
in 1880, Davey has been employee-owned for 40 years and has more
than 10,000 employees who provide Proven Solutions for a Growing
World. For more information, visit www.davey.com If you need any
assistance at any time please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at
Recruiting@davey.com . Employment Type: Temporary Job Type: Full
Time Travel Expectations: Up to 100%
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