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Caleb Woolace

Russiaville,IN

Summary

Hardworking and dedicated Archeological Technician and Crew Chief with substantial experience in hands-on Anthropological surveying.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Crew Chief

Applied Anthropology Laboratories, Ball State University
2022.06 - 2024.05
    • Organized daily assignments for crew members, ensuring efficient use of time and resources.
    • Trained all team members on key roles to maintain flexibility.
    • Mentored junior crew members, fostering supportive work environment and promoting professional growth.
    • Solved complex problems quickly through effective collaboration with team members from various departments and disciplines.
    • Collaborated with other supervisors to address workflow challenges and develop innovative solutions.

Archaeological Technician

Applied Anthropology Laboratories, Ball State University
2022.06 - 2022.06
    • Minimized damage to artifacts through careful handling, cleaning, and cataloging procedures, preserving their integrity for future study.
    • Kept archaeological equipment in optimal working condition through diligent care, ensuring efficient and accurate data collection during fieldwork.
    • Streamlined data collection processes for more efficient analysis, utilizing advanced GPS technology and field mapping software.
    • Maintained accurate records of laboratory analyses by employing standardized documentation practices for all examined materials.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - History

Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana
05.2024

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Performance Improvements
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Crew Leadership
  • Conservation Techniques
  • Field recording
  • GIS applications
  • Technical report writing
  • Geophysical Surveying
  • Excavation Techniques
  • Osteoarchaeology Knowledge
  • Archaeological Mapping

Field Schools

2021, Archaeology Field School, Investigate Hyland Mill.

  • Conducted Phase I archaeological fieldwork (STP),
  • Performed Phase II archaeological fieldwork using excavation methods


2023, Field School in Mortuary Archaeology Poland

  • Adult and Juvenile Osteology.
  • Carried out human burial excavation,
  • Administered archaeological field research techniques,
  • Completed archaeological material processing and curation, which included mapping, documenting and screening soil changes, and taking elevations of artifacts and skeletons.

Projects

Goldsmith Gilbert Cabin Site (66.5 Hours Worked)

  • Conducted Phase I archaeological fieldwork with metal detection
  • Conducted Phase II archaeological fieldwork using excavation methods
  • Documented levels, soils, and artifacts discovered using standard paperwork

Harrison Crawford State Forest, Harrison County (158 Hours Worked)

  • Conducted Phase I archaeological fieldwork using shovel test probe (STP) methods
  • Documented STPs, soils, and artifacts using standard paperwork

Spring Mill State Park, Lawrence County (112.5 Hours Worked)

  • Conducted Phase I archaeological fieldwork using ground penetrating radar (GPR)
  • Conducted Phase I archaeological fieldwork using shovel test probe (STP) methods
  • Documented STPs, soils, and artifacts using standard paperwork

Timeline

Crew Chief

Applied Anthropology Laboratories, Ball State University
2022.06 - 2024.05

Archaeological Technician

Applied Anthropology Laboratories, Ball State University
2022.06 - 2022.06

Bachelor of Science - Anthropology

Ball State University

Bachelor of Science - History

Ball State University
Caleb Woolace