Field Technician - Archaeological/Cultural Resource

Langan provides expert land development engineering and environmental consulting services for major developers, renewable energy producers, energy companies, corporations, healthcare systems, colleges/universities, and large infrastructure programs throughout the U.S. and around the world. Our employees collaborate seamlessly among 50+ offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. Langan culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

Consistently ranked among the top ten “Best Firms to Work For” and Engineering News-Record’s top 50 firms worldwide, Langan attracts and retains the best talent in the industry. Employees thrive at Langan, a firm that fosters an inclusive and supportive work environment for all; prioritizes wellbeing, health, and safety; encourages volunteerism and philanthropy; offers workplace flexibility, along with carbon-neutral office spaces; and empowers individuals to contribute their skills and knowledge to make impactful contributions.

 

Job Summary

Langan is seeking On Call Archaeological/Cultural Resource Technicians of varied experience levels to join its collaborative team in Texas in the cities of Austin, Houston, San Antonio, Celina and or Dallas.  This individual will serve a key function by supporting environmental and cultural resource project managers in conducting an array of both field and desktop tasks. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team of top-notch professionals in a variety of geographic areas and regulatory programs, and to collaborate and learn from our multi-disciplinary team of cultural resource, biology, site/civil, geotechnical, survey, and landscape architect professionals on a wide breadth of projects. Langan is committed to providing opportunities for technicians of all levels to gain experience and expand their skill set while being fairly compensated.  

Job Responsibilities

• Pedestrian survey; 
• Background research at historical societies, museums, and/or repositories; 
• Resource recordation and documentation; 
• Subsurface absence/presence testing; 
• Data recovery excavation; 
• Construction monitoring; 
• Conducting records searches;  
• Laboratory analysis, cataloging and organization;  
• Technical writing; 
• Timely and accurate completion of work logs;  
• Assemble and maintain field equipment and systems; inspect equipment and troubleshoot as necessary; and 
• Perform other duties as requested. 

Qualifications

• Associate’s, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field. Individuals with a High School diploma or equivalent will be considered for certain tasks based on individual experience;
• Proficiency in Microsoft, Adobe, Nuance, Word, SharePoint;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Ability to multi-task effectively;
• Excellent analytical/judgment capabilities;
• Ability to work well individually and in groups;
• Strong written/verbal communication skills; and
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Authorized to perform work on BLM and state lands;
• Authorized access to the Utah archaeological records;
• An understanding and practical experience with NHPA, ARPA, NAGPRA, related state and local regulations/guidelines;
• HAZWOPER Certification, respirator fit test;
• 3+ years’ prior related experience;
• Familiarity with GIS, AutoCAD; and
• Ability to travel and spend most/all of the workday on-site.

Langan provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes: full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave; 401(k)/Roth with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and educational reimbursement.

Langan offers employee resource groups; flexible work schedules; extensive training; wellness programs; buddy and mentoring programs; and much more!

Langan is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. We believe that an inclusive workplace is essential for the well-being and success of our employees.