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On Call Archaeology Field Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$44.05/hr

This On-Call Archaeology Field Technician position will work with supervisory field staff and senior archaeologists to complete assigned fieldwork tasks (primarily monitoring, survey, testing, and ...

WSP

On Call Archaeology Field Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$39.62/hr

This On-Call Archaeology Field Technician position will work with supervisory field staff and senior archaeologists to complete assigned fieldwork tasks (primarily monitoring, survey, testing, and ...

WSP

On Call Archaeology Field Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$39.62/hr

This On-Call Archaeology Field Technician position will work with supervisory field staff and senior archaeologists to complete assigned fieldwork tasks (primarily monitoring, survey, testing, and ...

WSP

On Call Archaeology Field Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$44.05/hr

This On-Call Archaeology Field Technician position will work with supervisory field staff and senior archaeologists to complete assigned fieldwork tasks (primarily monitoring, survey, testing, and ...

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How much do survey testing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for survey testing in California is $30.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.94 and $35.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of projects or surveys will I typically be testing in a survey testing role?

As a Survey Testing specialist, you may work on a wide range of projects, including market research surveys, employee engagement assessments, customer feedback instruments, or academic research questionnaires. Your responsibilities will include identifying technical glitches, verifying question flow, ensuring accurate data capture, and reviewing for clarity and bias. You'll often collaborate with survey designers, data analysts, and sometimes clients to address issues and suggest improvements. Over time, exposure to different survey types and methodologies can help you develop specialized expertise and advance into senior or supervisory positions.

What is survey testing?

A Survey Testing job involves evaluating surveys for clarity, accuracy, and functionality before they are distributed to respondents. This process ensures that questions are easy to understand, the survey flows logically, and there are no technical issues in online survey platforms. Survey testers analyze question wording, response options, and overall usability to identify potential issues. Their work helps improve data quality by minimizing respondent confusion and errors.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in survey testing, and why are they important?

To excel in Survey Testing, strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with survey development and data analysis are essential, often supported by a background in social science, statistics, or a related field. Familiarity with survey platforms (such as Qualtrics or SurveyMonkey), testing frameworks, and proficiency in statistical software (e.g., SPSS or R) are commonly required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational abilities help candidates pinpoint and explain issues while working across teams. These competencies ensure the integrity of survey instruments and lead to accurate, actionable data for decision-making.

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On Call Archaeology Field Technician

WSP

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

$44.05/hr

Full-time, Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description


This Opportunity
WSP currently has opportunities for On-Call Archaeology Field Technicians for project work in California. Selected applicants will primarily monitor construction projects with our Earth & Environment Cultural Resource Team and will have open opportunities to become part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their cultural resource challenges. This On-Call Archaeology Field Technician position will work with supervisory field staff and senior archaeologists to complete assigned fieldwork tasks (primarily monitoring, survey, testing, and data recovery). Compensation will be commensurate with credentials and experience.
Current project contributions are needed in Southern California; however, the successful candidate should expect upcoming or future fieldwork opportunities in adjacent states including Nevada and Arizona. The positions are expected to take active roles in conducting monitoring and survey fieldwork and supporting field data collection. The successful candidate will have experience with various digital data collection software (such as ESRI FieldMaps, Survey 123, and WildNote) and would be expected to contribute to the completion of state DPR-523 forms.
Your Impact
  • Participation in cultural resource monitoring during preconstruction and construction activities.
  • Participating in and/or contributing to cultural resource investigations in support of our clients' projects. These efforts require compliance with NEPA, NHPA, NAGPRA, and other federal, state and local laws and regulations.
  • Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
  • BA/BS degree (MS/MA preferred) in anthropology, archaeology, historical archaeology
  • 3+ years related archaeological field experience in California
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work in a team environment, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Working knowledge of cultural resources and environmental regulations and North American archaeology including Southern California, Mojave Desert, and Great Basin.
  • Experience with ESRI FieldMaps.
  • Experience with NHPA, ARPA, NAGPRA, and relevant state laws.
  • Ability to perform pedestrian survey and carry up to 25 lbs. of personal gear and company equipment.
  • Ability to perform archaeological fieldwork (survey, monitoring) in hot, dry high-desert conditions.
  • Experience identifying and analyzing a wide variety of archaeological materials from prehistoric and historic-period archaeological sites in the field.
  • Must be willing to travel to a remote project location for up to 10-day rotations.
  • Willing travel to project site in Southern California. Per diem provided.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous work experience in California, Great Basin, or Southwest United States.
  • Large scale construction monitoring and/or terrestrial survey project experience is a plus.

WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary: $ 37.64 - $44.05 per hour
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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