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
06.2022 - 05.2024
- 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
06.2022 - 06.2022
- 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, IN05.2024
Bachelor of Science - History
Ball State University
Muncie, Indiana05.2024
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
06.2022 - 05.2024
Archaeological Technician
Applied Anthropology Laboratories, Ball State University
06.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science - History
Ball State University