Archaeological Field Technician

Stantec; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness program

401(k) plan

Paid holidays (10 per year)

Vacation days (10–20)

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Stantec’s Cultural Resources team seeks Archaeological Field Technicians for field projects primarily in New York and Pennsylvania. Responsibilities include fieldwork, surface surveys, shovel tests, and excavation, with artifact handling and documentation.

Travel is frequent; strong physical stamina and a proactive, safety-conscious approach are essential for remote field conditions and variable weather.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in anthropology/archaeology or related field with experience.
• Field school completion preferred and hands-on survey experience.
• Experience conducting Phase I–III surveys or data recovery is valued.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fieldwork including surface and shovel test surveys and excavations.
• Clean, catalog, photograph, and label artifacts from surface and excavation.
• Assist with mapping site plans and documenting units and features.
• Work under supervision and travel for field projects as needed.

Skills

Phase I/II/III survey

Digital field recording

Site grid mapping

Artifact identification

Teamwork

Safety culture

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Education

BA/BS anthropology/archaeology

Archaeology field school

6 months field experience

Tools

ESRI Field Maps (ArcGIS)

Job description

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.

Your Opportunity

Stantec's Cultural Resources team has an opportunity for on-call archaeological field technicians to support field projects throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. Stantec is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians to assist with upcoming fieldwork that will occur primarily in New York and Pennsylvania. The successful applicant will be responsible for executing field related tasks under the supervision of an archaeological field supervisor. This position requires extensive travel with frequent overnight stays.

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 conducting Phase I, II, and III archaeological survey including inventory, testing, and/or data recovery.
• Previous experience with digital field recording (e.g., ESRI Field Maps app for ArcGIS)
• Assist with setting up a site grid, datum, and excavation units; Mapping site plans and individual shovel tests, units, and features in plan and profile.
• Identifying historic and precontact artifacts following standard collection procedures.
• Identifying cultural features.
• Adaptability and willingness to work as part of a team and independently.
• Ability and willingness to work under varied weather conditions.
• Ability to walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours through sometimes rugged terrain and ability to carry equipment and supplies weighing up to 40 pounds is required.
• Dedicated to following and promoting a strong safety culture; Industry-specific safety training certificates is an asset.
• 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 personal transportation

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.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. #StayInquisitive

Pay Range

• Locations in MN, OH, VT, & Various CA, NY Areas-$45,500.00 - $63,700.00 Annually

Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 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 and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).

Primary Location

United States | NY | Rochester

Other Locations

United States | PA | Wyomissing

Organization

BC-1956 EnvSvcs-US East Northeast

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

Yes

Schedule

Full time

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.