Archaeology Technician

Stantec

Laurel (MD)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 41,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid family leave

Job summary

An environmental consulting firm seeks an Archaeology Technician in Laurel, MD. The role involves assisting in field surveys, managing archaeological tasks, and requires a Bachelor's degree in archaeology or anthropology. Successful candidates will travel frequently and work in diverse environments. This is an entry-level, full-time position with opportunities for growth and collaboration in environmental projects.

Qualifications

Knowledge of cultural resource management and archaeological methods.
Ability to work in varied weather conditions.
Ability to carry equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist in archaeological field surveys using various methodologies.
Identify and evaluate soils and cultural features.
Manage field equipment and serve as a laboratory assistant.
Identify artifacts and cultural features.
Manage field equipment.
Serve as laboratory assistant when indoors.

Skills

Cultural resource management

Archaeological field experience

Adaptability

Teamwork

Digital data collection

Education

Bachelor’s degree in archaeology/anthropology or closely related field

1 season of a field school or supervised field experience

Tools

ESRI’s Field Maps app

GPS systems

iPads with GPS

Job description

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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 are a place to apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental talents on work that is critical to our clients and the communities they support. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking temporary/on-call Archaeological Field Technicians to assist with several projects in the Mid‑Atlantic region (mainly Maryland and Virginia) with additional work possible in surrounding states. Immediate work available with the potential for additional work on a project‑by‑project basis thereafter. The successful applicant will be responsible for executing field related tasks under the supervision of a Project Archaeologist and Crew Chief. This position requires extensive travel with frequent overnight stays. We offer individual occupancy hotel rooms with per diem (frequently receipt based by contract requirement) based on the appropriate GSA rate for the project region. Corresponding pay range is for this role that is located in Maryland only. #StayInquisitive

Your Key Responsibilities

Assist in archaeological field surveys utilizing a variety of field methodologies, including archaeological survey, testing, excavation, surface collection, and monitoring.
Recording and evaluating soils using color (Munsell), texture, and inclusions; Orienteering using a compass USGS topographic maps, plan maps, iPads enabled with GPS location services and supplemented by a Trimble R1 GPS receiver, and photography.
Experience with digital data collection via ESRI’s Field Maps app for ArcGIS is an asset.
Assist with setting up a site grid, datum, and excavations units; Mapping site plans and individual shovel tests, units, and features in plan and profile.
Identifying historic and prehistoric artifacts following standard collection procedures.
Identifying cultural features.
Cleaning and preparing site surfaces for mapping and photography.
Manage field equipment.
Serving as laboratory assistant when work is available indoors.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Interest in and knowledge of cultural resource management and archaeological methods for survey, assessment, and excavation.
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.
Valid drivers license.
Prior to employment with Stantec this position will require the successful completion of a background check.
Extensive travel required-up to 90%.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in archaeology/anthropology or closely related field preferred.
At least 1 season of a field school or supervised field experience preferred.
Archaeological field experience in Virginia or Mid‑Atlantic preferred.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.

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.

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). Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

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.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Business Consulting and Services

Primary Location

United States | MD | Laurel

Organization

BC-2034 EnvSvcs-US East Mid Atlantic