Archaeology Technician-Oklahoma & Surrounding Area

About the role

Stantec is currently seeking an Archaeology Technician to provide as-needed support on a project basis, assisting with data collection & analysis for a variety of field programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of field duties including, archaeological shovel test excavation, pedestrian survey, and monitoring
• Record and evaluate soils using color (Munsell), texture, and inclusions
• Orienteer using a compass, USGS topographic maps, plan maps, GPS units, iPads, and aerial photography
• Set up a site grid, datum, and excavations units
• Mapping site plans and individual shovel tests, units, and features in plan and profile
• Identify historic and prehistoric artifacts following standard collection procedures
• Clean and prepare site surfaces for mapping and photography
• Serve as laboratory assistant when work is available indoors

Requirements

• Experience with GPS is an asset
• Knowledge of Phase I, II, and III archaeological excavations/assessments required
• Ability and willingness to work under varied weather conditions
• Ability to walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours through sometimes rugged terrain and the ability to carry equipment and supplies
• Industry-specific safety training certificates is an asset

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Prior to employment with Stantec this position will require the successful completion of a background check; drug and alcohol screening may be required by certain clients on a project-specific basis
• Extensive travel required

Skills

Knowledge of Phase I, II, and III archaeological excavations/assessments

Ability to work under varied weather conditions

Ability to walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours through sometimes rugged terrain and the ability to carry equipment and supplies

Industry-specific safety training certificates

Valid driver’s license and good driving record

Extensive travel required

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Full time