Logan McQuiston
West Grove,Pennsylvania
Summary
Professional with extensive knowledge in archaeological practices, skilled in excavation, artifact analysis, and site documentation. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to evolving project requirements. Competent in utilizing geographic information systems (GIS) and maintaining meticulous field records. Reliable and results-driven, consistently contributing to successful project outcomes and ensuring high standards in all tasks.
Retail sales professional versed in product placement and merchandising. Extensive experience in inventory management and shipment processing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Archaeological Field Technician
Mead & Hunt
Wilmington, DE
02.2022 - Current
- Conducted archaeological excavations, documenting findings with precision and detail.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain site safety and adhere to protocols.
- Analyzed artifacts and stratigraphy, contributing to research reports and presentations.
- Mentored junior technicians on excavation techniques and data collection methods.
- Strengthened relationships with local communities by respectfully engaging with them when working near culturally significant areas.
- Increased accuracy in artifact identification by utilizing specialized knowledge of material culture and regional archaeology.
- Identified and documented archaeological features by conducting field surveys, leading to more accurate site interpretations.
- Optimized site management practices through regular maintenance checks on equipment, ensuring efficient operations throughout projects.
- Assisted in the preservation of cultural resources through careful handling and storage of artifacts.
- Conducted laboratory analysis on collected samples, providing valuable insights into environmental conditions at study sites.
- Contributed to successful project completion by assisting with the excavation and recovery of artifacts.
- Maintained precise documentation of findings, allowing for improved analysis and interpretation of archaeological sites.
- Improved understanding of archaeological contexts by performing soil stratigraphy analysis during excavations.
Warehouse Associate
Sycamore International
West Grove, PA
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently and safely within the warehouse.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize risks during material handling tasks.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 65 pounds.
- Followed proper company procedures when dealing with sensitive, personal data to protect client confidentiality.
Archaeological Field Supervisor
Millersville University Archaeology
Millersville, Pennsylvania
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Taught the skills and techniques used in field excavation to incoming students
- Excavating STPs, test units, and stratigraphic block excavation
- Taking detailed field notes including artifact identifications, layer descriptions, and artifact counts
- Site mapping including features and stratigraphic profiles
Archaeological Laboratory Technician
Millersville University Archaeology
Millersville, Pennsylvania
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Artifact cleaning, cataloging, and database entry
- General familiarity with pre-historic artifact types
- Expertise in identifying and working with historic period material culture
- Can identify and date over 70 different types of historic period ceramics
- Can identify and date glass, metal and other common historic artifact types
Archaeological Field Technician
Millersville University Archaeology
Millersville, Pennsylvania
08.2018 - 11.2018
- Excavating STPs, test units, and stratigraphic block excavation
- Taking detailed field notes including artifact identifications, layer descriptions, and artifact counts
- Site mapping including features and stratigraphic profiles
Front End Associate and Store Help
Acme Markets, Inc
Glen Mills, PA
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, ensuring high satisfaction levels.
- Organized merchandise displays to enhance store aesthetics and improve product visibility.
- Monitored inventory levels, coordinating restocking efforts to meet customer demand.
- Implemented best practices for maintaining cleanliness and organization in sales areas.
- Welcomed and engaged customers, offering assistance with locating or retrieving merchandise.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Replaced merchandise stock throughout check-out lines and end-cap displays.
- Managed inventory to reduce waste, accurately tracking stock levels and placing orders for replenishments.
- Provided exceptional customer service, quickly addressing and resolving customer inquiries and complaints.
- Maintained clean and safe shopping environment, promptly cleaning spills and ensuring aisles were clear.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Atlantic World Studies
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, Pennsylvania12-2021
High School Diploma -
Avon Grove High School
West Grove, PA05-2017
Skills
- Artifact Identification
- Artifact Dating
- Artifact Cataloging
- Block Excavation
- Database Entry
- Excel Spreadsheet Management
- Public Speaking
- Artifact analysis
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Product restocking
- Front-end performance optimization
- Inventory monitoring
Timeline
Archaeological Field Technician
Mead & Hunt
02.2022 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Sycamore International
12.2021 - 02.2022
Archaeological Field Supervisor
Millersville University Archaeology
08.2020 - 11.2020
Archaeological Laboratory Technician
Millersville University Archaeology
09.2018 - 12.2018
Archaeological Field Technician
Millersville University Archaeology
08.2018 - 11.2018
Front End Associate and Store Help
Acme Markets, Inc
05.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Atlantic World Studies
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Avon Grove High School