Archaeological Field Technician

Stantec • Albany, NY

17d

About The Position

Stantec's Cultural Resources team has an opportunity for on-call archaeological field technicians to support field projects throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Stantec is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians to assist with upcoming fieldwork that will occur primarily in New York and Pennsylvania. The successful applicant will be responsible for executing field related tasks under the supervision of an archaeological field supervisor. This position requires extensive travel with frequent overnight stays. The position will primarily consist of fieldwork but may include exposure to a wider range of other duties including laboratory research and analysis.

Requirements

• Experience conducting Phase I, II, and III archaeological survey including inventory, testing, and/or data recovery.
• Previous experience with digital field recording (e.g., ESRI Field Maps app for ArcGIS)
• Assist with setting up a site grid, datum, and excavation units
• Mapping site plans and individual shovel tests, units, and features in plan and profile.
• Identifying historic and precontact artifacts following standard collection procedures.
• Identifying cultural features.
• Adaptability and willingness to work as part of a team and independently.
• Ability and willingness to work under varied weather conditions.
• Ability to walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours through sometimes rugged terrain and ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds is required.
• Dedicated to following and promoting a strong safety culture
• Detail oriented; resourceful; self-motivated; strong initiative
• Positive and energetic attitude
• Frequent out-of-town travel, potentially for extended periods of time
• B.A./B.S. in anthropology/archaeology or related field with sufficient experience
• Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in remote areas and/or humid continental climate, including walking, hiking, carrying loads up to 50 pounds, and digging
• Qualified applicants should exhibit strong technical skills, good communication skills, and feel comfortable making decisions in the field
• Must have a valid driver’s license and personal transportation

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of an archaeology field school, preferred
• At least 6 months of experience conducting archaeological survey and excavation, preferred
• Knowledge of prehistoric and historic material culture
• Industry-specific safety training certificates is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform archaeological fieldwork tasks including controlled surface survey; shovel test survey; and excavation.
• Duties may also include cleaning, cataloging, photographing, and labeling artifacts recovered from surface collection and excavation.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level