Archaeology Technician

Stantec•Riverview, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Stantec's Cultural Resources team as an archaeological technician based out of the Riverview, FL, Alpharetta, GA or Mobile, AL offices to play an integral role in conducting archaeological survey, testing, data recovery, and monitoring. This is a full-time, temporary, project-based position that requires extensive travel, including deployments of up to three months at a time. Projects may consist of 5- or 10-day rotations consisting with 8–10-hour work days. Stantec provides paid travel days, project-based per diem, and single occupancy hotel rooms for non-local projects.

Requirements

Experience on Phase I survey projects preferred
Experience in Phase II testing or Phase III data recovery projects preferred
Previous experience with mapping equipment and other special application equipment (e.g., ESRI’s ArcGIS Field Maps, ArcGIS Survey123, etc.)
Knowledge of land navigation using a compass
Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record and is comfortable driving anF-150 or equivalent to and from projects and unpaved roads
Strong oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented; resourceful; self-motivated; strong initiative
Positive and energetic attitude
Frequent out-of-town travel, potentially for extended periods of time
Will require post-employment drug testing based on client needs
Successful completion of an archeology field school
Professional experience conducting archaeological survey and excavation helpful
Knowledge of precontact and historic material culture
Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in remote areas and/or humid continental climate, including walking, hiking, carrying heavy loads, and digging
Qualified applicants should exhibit strong technical skills, good communication skills, and feel comfortable making decisions in the field