I worked as an on-call Archaeological Field Technician at Westland Engineering & Environmental Services (WestLand). I began working with Westland during the summer of 2025 participating in Class III archaeological investigations as a crew member, under the supervision of the Project Manager and Field Director. I was expected to identify and record artifacts, features, and other site components using a GPS receiver and collect archaeological data in support of projects requiring compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act. To accomplish this, I worked in a team to systematically survey large tracts of undeveloped land to document cultural resource sites and make site significance recommendations to federal and state agencies tasked with carrying out various projects on public lands. Field Technicians are required to complete, or be in the process of completing, a bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology, or related field. For the position, WestLand wanted specific education and/or experience in the U.S. Southwest and previous experience conducting archaeological fieldwork. This requires an understanding of pedestrian survey methods, the ability to identify and document archaeological artifacts and features, and the use of various devices and app-based software to collect data. Archaeological field scientists are expected to work outdoors in challenging conditions and in remote locations and camping is often required for fieldwork. The daily commute for field scientists often involves four-wheel drive vehicles and the use of unimproved dirt roads, in addition to overland hiking to reach the project area or remote archaeological sites. I was expected to walk up to 10 miles per day, traversing steep and vegetated terrain throughout 8-day field sessions. I worked cooperatively with crew members and supervisors, traveling and working safely throughout various environments, and collecting thorough archaeological data required to meet both state and federal agency standards.