Archaeological Field Technician

Stantec; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking on-call archaeological field technicians to support field projects in the Mid-Atlantic region. This role primarily involves fieldwork, including controlled surface surveys and excavations, while also offering opportunities for laboratory research. Candidates should possess a strong background in archaeology and be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and capable of handling physically demanding tasks in various environments. Join a collaborative team dedicated to making a significant impact on cultural resources and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• Experience with archaeological survey and excavation.
• Strong technical skills and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform archaeological fieldwork tasks including surveys and excavation.
• Clean, catalog, and label artifacts from excavations.

Skills

Archaeological fieldwork

Mapping equipment

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Education

B.A./B.S. in anthropology/archaeology

Completion of an archaeology field school

Tools

Total station

GPS

Job description

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a creative spirit, and vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties around the globe and are committed to fostering an inclusive community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. We’re a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that’s critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Stantec's Cultural Resources team has an opportunity for on-call archaeological field technicians to support field projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic. Stantec is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians to assist with upcoming fieldwork that will occur primarily in New York and Pennsylvania.

Your Key Responsibilities

• The position will primarily consist of fieldwork but may include exposure to a wider range of other duties including laboratory research and analysis. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: perform archaeological fieldwork tasks including controlled surface survey; shovel test survey; and excavation. Duties may also include cleaning, cataloging, photographing, and labeling artifacts recovered from surface collection and excavation.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience with completing inventory, survey, testing, and/or data recovery
• Previous experience with mapping equipment and other special application equipment (e.g., total station, GPS, etc.)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Detail oriented; resourceful; self-motivated; strong initiative
• Positive and energetic attitude
• Frequent out-of-town travel, potentially for extended periods of time

Education and Experience

• B.A./B.S. in anthropology/archaeology or related field with sufficient experience
• Successful completion of an archaeology field school, preferred
• At least 6 months of experience conducting archaeological survey and excavation, preferred
• Knowledge of prehistoric and historic material culture
• Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in remote areas and/or humid continental climate, including walking, hiking, carrying loads up to 50 pounds, and digging
• Qualified applicants should exhibit strong technical skills, good communication skills, and feel comfortable making decisions in the field
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities, and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Additional Information

• Salary Range(s): Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s):
• Location Description: Min/Max Pay Range(s) for postings located in MN, NYC/NY
• Min Pay Range: NYC $27.00 Per Hour / Outside NYC $21.00 Per Hour
• Max Pay Range: NYC $38.00 Per Hour / Outside NYC $30.00 Per Hour
• Note: The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

About the company

Stantec Inc. is an international professional services company in the design and consulting industry.