Seasonal Archaeology Field Technician

About the role

Stantec is a leading global provider of professional consulting services in the fields of environmental sciences, engineering, and archaeology. We are currently seeking experienced Archaeology Technicians to join our dynamic team on a project basis.

Responsibilities

• Working with field crews to conduct archaeological fieldwork.
• Demonstrating skills and experience with field tasks such as precontact and historic artifact identification, as well as soil analysis and interpretation.
• Working under the supervision of a field director or crew lead in Minnesota and neighboring states.
• Occasional laboratory duties may be available on a project specific basis.
• Traveling extensively to project sites.
• Operating and maintaining field equipment including GPS units, digital cameras, tablets, and hand tools.
• Following established safety protocols for hazardous conditions including extreme weather, wildlife encounters, and excavation safety.
• Participating in daily tailgate safety meetings and following site-specific safety plans.
• Exercising stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.

Requirements

• A positive, safety-first attitude.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Organized and capable of executing work assignments with attention to detail.
• 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 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Conduct Phase I survey, Phase II testing, and Phase III data recovery.
• Perform laboratory duties including artifact processing, classification, and curation, as well as artifact photography, database management, mapping, and report layout.
• Maintain the ability to travel to and from onsite jobs and the Plymouth office locations as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.

Credentials

• A bachelor's or master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field.
• Previous experience in a field school or CRM setting as an archaeologist, surveyor, or similar role.
• Technical expertise or specialty within Archaeology/Anthropology is advantageous.
• Familiarity with recording field data using ESRI’s Field Maps is highly desirable.
• Work experience in the Upper Midwest area is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
• Exposure to hazardous conditions including extreme weather, wildlife encounters, and excavation safety.

Skills

• Positive, safety-first attitude.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Organized and capable of executing work assignments with attention to detail.
• 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 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Conduct Phase I survey, Phase II testing, and Phase III data recovery.
• Perform laboratory duties including artifact processing, classification, and curation, as well as artifact photography, database management, mapping, and report layout.
• Maintain the ability to travel to and from onsite jobs and the Plymouth office locations as needed.
• Valid driver’s license.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• A wellness program.
• Health savings account.
• Flexible spending account.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employee stock purchase program.
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Short-term/long-term disability plans.
• Emergency travel benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Professional membership fee coverage.
• Paid family leave.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $45,500.00 - $63,700.00 annually. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Schedule

This is a Full-time position with a schedule of Monday through Friday, with overtime and weekend work required based on project demands and weather conditions. Projects typically run from March through November, with opportunities to travel for fieldwork during the winter months. Multi-week field assignments are common.

Location

This position is based at one of our offices in the Midwest. Projects include a mix of local and out of town field projects. Candidates living across the Midwest are encouraged to apply.