As-Needed Paleontological Field Technician

5 days ago

Riverside, California, United States Rincon Consultants Full time

Rincon Consultants is seeking as-needed
Paleontological Field Technician
who will be responsible for providing paleontological mitigation support throughout California. This role will be responsible for conducting paleontological monitoring on construction sites, including preparation for sustained monitoring in a variety of climates and ecologies.

Please note, the ideal location for this position is
San Bernardino or Riverside
; candidates Los Angeles or San Diego will also be considered. 

Overview of Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Perform construction mitigation monitoring for paleontological resources
  • Collect detailed and accurate field data with a focus on the geology and stratigraphy of the site and prepare clear and concise daily monitoring reports to summarize the data
  • Collect fossils during monitoring, perform/assist with small- and large-scale fossil salvage that may include plaster jacketing or bulk matrix sampling
  • Cleaning, organizing, and preparing fossils for institutional curation
  • Work under the direction of a qualified paleontologist

This Job Might Be For You If You Have The Following:

  • BA or BS in geology or paleontology (or similar degree) that included education and field training in paleontology and sedimentary geology
  • Experience in California paleontology, which may include paleontological monitoring, survey, fossil salvage, laboratory preparation, report writing, and coordination with a principal paleontologist
  • Ability to safely perform fieldwork on construction sites often in rough terrain and inclement weather for long hours
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, highly responsive to supervisors, able to closely follow detailed instructions, and well organized
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation with ability to drive long distances to and from the work sites
  • Proficient in technology with the ability to reliably communicate through smartphones, computers, or tablets

Rincon Consultants is an award-winning leader in providing quality environmental consulting services throughout California. Recognized as the #1 'Best Environmental Services Firm to Work For' by the Zweig Group in 2021. We partner with clients in sectors such as transportation, energy and infrastructure, oil and gas, water, commercial, private development, and government. Our 500+ associates in 13 offices located in Northern, Central and Southern California are dedicated professionals who combine their passion with our purpose.

The base salary range for this temporary position is $25.00

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$35.00 per hour. At Rincon, our salary ranges are based on market median of similar jobs, according to third party salary benchmark surveys. The base pay that is actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Individuals offered employment must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment. Additionally, those hired who may be assigned to federal projects will be subject to further drug testing, including screening for cannabinoids (THC/marijuana), in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and other applicable federal regulations, which take precedence over California state and local laws.

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