On-call Archaeological Technician

Stantec•Portland, OR

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve. Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment. This opportunity is to join Stantec’s Environmental Services Cultural Resources Team in Oregon and Washington. We are seeking innovative and motivated team members to help grow our cultural resources program, which currently supports a variety of clients and projects. We strive to give each cultural team member a variety of work experiences and mentorship to help them grow in their career. Stantec offers a flexible work schedule to maintain a work-life balance. Stantec is seeking numerous archaeological staff reporting to our Colorado, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona and Nevada offices.

Requirements

Willing to learn, be flexible, follow direction, use good communication skills, and be part of an interdisciplinary, fast-paced team
Willing and able to accommodate out-of-town travel for up to 2 weeks at a time
Working knowledge of State issued forms
Proficient in Trimble sub-meter GPS unit or equivalent and associated software
Completed archaeological field school or demonstrable equivalent training
Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in remote areas and/or hot and dry climates, including walking, hiking, carrying loads up to 50 pounds, and excavation
A valid drivers license is required
Dedicated to following and promoting a strong safety culture
Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology
1 year minimum of CRM experience

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Native American groups
Familiarity with field applications like Survey123, Collector
Specialization in Section 106 compliance on federal lands

Responsibilities

Directly support archaeological field directors and project managers by assisting with pre-field planning, cultural surveys, and monitoring
Exhibit good field skills and can work independently and as part of a crew
Participate in identifying and recording areas of archaeological potential, archaeological sites, and traditional use sites
Collect appropriate field data
Support construction planning