Archaeology Field Technician

Stantec; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental consulting firm is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians to join their Cultural Resources team in Nashville, TN. These positions involve performing archaeological fieldwork, including surveys and excavations, and assisting with laboratory analysis. Responsibilities include cataloging and labeling artifacts. This role offers project-based work that may span up to 10 days, contributing significantly to important environmental projects. Join a dedicated team committed to impactful work in the Southeast.

Responsibilities

• Perform archaeological fieldwork tasks including controlled surface survey, shovel test survey, and excavation.
• Clean, catalog, photograph, and label artifacts recovered from surface collection and excavation.
• Assist with laboratory research and analysis as needed.

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

Join Stantec's Cultural Resources team in and around our Louisville, KY, Nashville, TN, Knoxville, TN, or Chattanooga, TN offices to play an integral role in lead doing archaeological survey, testing, data recovery, and monitoring. Stantec is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians to assist with upcoming fieldwork that will occur throughout the Southeast. These positions are per project based that may be up to 10-day stints.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform archaeological fieldwork tasks including controlled surface survey, shovel test survey, and excavation.
• Clean, catalog, photograph, and label artifacts recovered from surface collection and excavation.
• Assist with laboratory research and analysis as needed.