Archaeology Technician-Texas & Surrounding Area

Stantec; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Stantec seeks an Archaeology Technician to provide on-call field support on a project basis in Texas. This role involves data collection and analysis for multiple field programs, including Section 106/NEPA studies for a range of federal, state, and local clients in the region.

The position requires outdoor work in remote locations, the ability to travel, and the ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in archaeology/anthropology or closely related field; bachelor’s preferred.
• Experience with field methods and data collection for archaeological surveys.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record; willingness to travel extensively.

Responsibilities

• Perform shovel-test excavation, pedestrian survey, and monitoring.
• Record soils using color, texture, and inclusions; use maps and GPS for data collection.
• Map site plans and shovel tests; document units and features in plan and profile.
• Identify artifacts and cultural features following standard procedures.
• Assist with laboratory tasks when indoor work is available.

Skills

GPS skills

Outdoor fieldwork

Safety training

Education

Associate degree in archaeology/anthropology

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

GPS units

iPads

Topographic maps

Job description

Description - External

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.

Your Opportunity

Stantec is currently seeking an Archaeology Technician to provide as-needed support on a project basis, assisting with data collection & analysis for a variety of field programs. Our team provides Section 106/NEPA analysis, technical studies, and project permitting for a wide variety of private federal, state, and local government clients in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, and the surrounding region.

This on-call position requires the ability to work outdoors in remote locations and for extended periods under all weather conditions, often traversing rugged terrain, demonstrating awareness for workplace safety; and ability to work independently when conditions are appropriate or with limited supervision.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of field duties including, archaeological shovel test excavation, pedestrian survey, and monitoring
• Record and evaluate soils using color (Munsell), texture, and inclusions; Orienteering using a compass, USGS topographic maps, plan maps, GPS units, iPads, and aerial photography
• 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
• Identify historic and prehistoric artifacts following standard collection procedures
• Identify cultural features
• Clean and prepare site surfaces for mapping and photography
• Serve as laboratory assistant when work is available indoors

Qualifications - External

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Experience with GPS is an asset
• Knowledge of Phase I, II, and III archaeological excavations/assessments required
• Ability and willingness to work under varied weather conditions
• Ability to walk and conduct fieldwork for long hours through sometimes rugged terrain and the ability to carry equipment and supplies
• Industry-specific safety training certificates is an asset
• Requires valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Prior to employment with Stantec this position will require the successful completion of a background check; drug and alcohol screening may be required by certain clients on a project-specific basis
• Extensive travel required

Education and Experience

• An associate's degree or technical school diploma/certificate in archaeology/anthropology or closely related field. Bachelor’s degree preferred
• At least 1 season of field school or supervised field experience Archaeological field experience in the Great Plains region is a plus

This position is primarily fieldwork, but some office work may occur. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather, remote locations, summer heat, and rough terrain; as well as bending, stooping, carrying field equipment, standing, and walking for extended periods of time, and making visual and tactile distinctions using color, texture, moisture content, depth, and distance.

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.

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Primary Location: United States | TX | Austin

Other Locations: United States | TX | Houston

Organization: BC-2353 EnvSvcs-US Gulf West

Employee Status: Temporary

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.