Archaeology Technician

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A global consulting firm is looking for temporary/on-call Archaeological Field Technicians to assist with projects mainly in Virginia and Maryland. Responsibilities include field surveys, artifact identification, and extensive travel is required. The ideal candidate should have a background in archaeology or anthropology and be adaptable to varied conditions. Competitive compensation and individual hotel stays provided.

Qualifications

• Adaptability to work in various weather conditions.
• Extensive travel with overnight stays required.
• Valid driver’s license needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with archaeological field surveys using various methodologies.
• Record and evaluate soils using color and texture.
• Identify historic and prehistoric artifacts according to standard collection procedures.

Skills

Interest in cultural resource management

Ability to work independently and in a team

Ability to conduct fieldwork in rugged terrain

Knowledge of safety regulations in the field

Education

Bachelor’s degree in archaeology/anthropology

Tools

ESRI’s Field Maps app for 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.

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.

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 driver's license required and good driving record.

• Prior to employment with Stantec this position will require the successful completion of a background check, along with drug and alcohol screening.

• 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.

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

Primary Location: United States | VA | Richmond
Organization: BC-2034 EnvSvcs-US East Mid Atlantic
Employee Status: Regular
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 29/08/2025 04:08:39
Req ID: 1002087

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.