Archaeology Field Technician II

Archaeology Field Technician II role at WSP in Canada

Southwestern Ontario - 2026 Field Season with WSP. WSP is a global leader in the Earth and Infrastructure sector headquartered in Montreal, serving communities worldwide. We employ over 14,000 multidisciplinary professionals committed to protecting natural landscapes, building firm foundations, and championing sustainable development.

We invite you to join the WSP archaeology team as an Archaeology Field Technician II based in our Burlington, Mississauga, Whitby, London, Ottawa, and Thunder Bay Offices. This is a seasonal position for the 2026 field season, starting in Spring 2026 as soon as weather allows. The role is covered by a collective bargaining agreement negotiated by LiUNA.

We offer a competitive hourly rate above industry standards and an inclusive, flexible work environment that values balance, safety, and professional growth.

• Complete archaeological fieldwork under the supervision of an experienced Field Supervisor, including Stage 2 surveys (field walking and test pitting), Stage 3 site-specific assessments, and Stage 4 mitigations.
• Work independently where necessary, connecting with supervisors as required for clarification.
• Assist in the collection and maintenance of detailed field notes, and with surveying and grid set‑up, as required.
• Support Field Supervisors and provide assistance to other field technicians, offering mentorship when needed.
• Maintain high standards of ethical and professional conduct, demonstrating a “Safety First” focus and acting as a role model.
• Work outdoors in varied weather and ground conditions.

• Ability to work daily at field site locations and an enthusiasm for fieldwork in a team environment.
• Physical capability to perform demanding tasks (hand shoveling, troweling, screening soil) and to lift up to 40 lb.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of relaying information to Field Supervisors promptly.
• Team player with ability to work independently when required.
• Readiness to travel for out‑of‑town projects, including hotel stays.
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and clean driving abstract; reliable transportation to and from WSP project sites.
• Knowledge of archaeological artifacts.
• Bachelor’s degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related field is an asset.
• Minimum of three (3) field seasons of archaeological experience in Ontario, including shovel testing and excavation of test units.
• Desire to learn from a leading global environmental consulting firm and be part of a growing, thriving team.

• Competitive hourly pay above industry standards.
• Flexible work policy supporting work‑life balance.
• Company culture that values inclusion and belonging.
• Access to a wide variety of projects across Canada.
• Career development opportunities and a supportive collaborative culture.
• Employee‑focused benefits including virtual healthcare, wellness platform, and savings programs.

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms with over 65,000 team members globally and 12,000+ in Canada. Our mission is to future‑proof cities and environments through innovative engineering, environmental remediation, urban planning, and sustainable transportation.

We value our people, are locally dedicated with international scale, are future‑focused, encourage collaboration, boast an empowering culture, and hold ourselves accountable.

Safety is a core value. Employees must comply with WSP’s HSE policy and client HSE policies. Offers for safety‑sensitive positions are contingent upon the ability to perform key physical tasks in a variety of environmental conditions.

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities; accommodations are available on request for candidates. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.