Seasonal Archaeology Field Technician
About The Position
Stantec is seeking experienced Archaeology Technicians for project-based fieldwork supporting archaeological programs across the Midwest. This hourly, on-call position supports projects such as solar fields, residential developments, wetland restorations, urban revitalization, pipelines, transmission lines, transportation projects, and cemetery excavations and investigations. The role involves fieldwork in urban and remote locations, often over rugged terrain and in all weather conditions, with extensive travel and multi-week assignments common. Projects typically run from March through November, with possible winter fieldwork opportunities. The standard work week is typically Monday through Friday; overtime and weekend work may be required depending on project demands and weather. The position is based at a Stantec office in the Midwest, with a mix of local and out-of-town projects. Occasional laboratory duties may be available depending on the project. For non-local fieldwork, paid travel time, per diem, and single-occupancy hotel rooms are provided; Stantec fleet or rental cars are often provided. Work may also take place in a typical office environment, using computers and involving prolonged sitting.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or master's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or a related field.
- Previous experience in a field school or Cultural Resource Management (CRM) setting as an archaeologist, surveyor, or in a similar role.
- Positive, safety-first attitude.
- Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Organized, detail-oriented approach to executing work assignments.
- Commitment to producing high-quality in-field work products.
- Ability to walk 4–10 miles per day over rough terrain and lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather and under varying weather conditions.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to travel to and from onsite jobs and Columbus, Ohio office locations as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Technical expertise or a specialty within Archaeology or Anthropology.
- Familiarity with recording field data using ESRI's Field Maps.
- Working knowledge of Midwest and Ohio Valley archaeology and field methods.
Responsibilities
- Work with field crews to conduct archaeological fieldwork.
- Identify precontact and historic artifacts and perform soil analysis and interpretation.
- Work under the supervision of a field director or crew lead in Ohio and neighboring states.
- Conduct Phase I surveys, Phase II testing, and Phase III data recovery.
- Perform project-specific laboratory duties, including artifact processing, classification, and curation; artifact photography; database management; mapping; and report layout.
- Travel extensively to project sites and maintain the ability to travel to onsite jobs and Stantec's Columbus, Ohio office locations as needed.
- Prioritize safety in field and laboratory practices and follow established safety protocols, site-specific safety plans, and daily tailgate safety meeting procedures.
- Operate and maintain field equipment, including GPS units, digital cameras, tablets, and hand tools.
- Exercise stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.
Benefits
- Paid travel time for non-local fieldwork.
- Per diem for non-local fieldwork.
- Single-occupancy hotel rooms for non-local fieldwork.
- Stantec fleet or rental cars are often provided.
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