Archaeologist Technician

Work Location(s):

Prince George, BC, Fort St. John, BC, Fort St. James, BC & Whitehorse, YT

$26.75 to $32.91

Ecofor Consulting Ltd. is a natural and cultural resource management company, with offices in British Columbia, the Yukon, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. Founded in 1996, Ecofor has steadily grown to meet the demands of our clients who include private contractors, developers, landowners, government agencies, First Nations, and Indigenous organizations.

Our team provides expertise in a broad range of disciplines in the biological, environmental, and social sciences. We specialize in fisheries, wildlife, aquatic and terrestrial resources, environmental management, archaeology and cultural resources, land use planning, ground penetrating radar, and forestry.

For more information about us, including our projects, please visit  .

As an Archaeological Technician, you will support field work under the supervision of experienced archaeologists and project managers. You will assist with field preparation, surveying, excavation, data collection, and analysis while helping to document archaeological features and artifacts. Your role also includes cleaning, cataloging, and organizing recovered materials, preparing samples for analysis, and maintaining accurate, well‑organized records of field and lab findings.

You’ll ensure all documentation is properly stored and may assist in writing reports and site forms as needed. This position provides an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates to develop foundational skills in archaeological methods, tools, and compliance standards while gaining hands‑on experience in cultural resource management.

Your key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in shovel testing, excavation and survey activities for archaeological projects.
• Help document and record archaeological features and artifacts in the field using appropriate data collection methods, with the ability to progress these tasks independently with the support of a crew lead.
• Help with site mapping and surveys.
• Assist in cleaning, cataloging and organizing artifacts recovered during excavations
• Write and/or assist with writing reports and site forms as needed.
• Fostering positive relationships with local communities, Indigenous groups, governmental agencies and other partners.
• Promoting a strong safety culture and working collaboratively within Ecofor’s corporate culture.

Our ideal candidate is pursuing or has completed an undergraduate degree in Archaeology, Anthropology, or a related field, with completion of a recognized field school program considered an asset. You bring a strong interest in archaeological fieldwork and cultural heritage, and while previous field or lab experience is preferred, it is not required. You are an effective communicator with strong organizational skills and attention to detail, able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

You are comfortable working outdoors in physically demanding conditions, including long days of 8–12 hours, lifting equipment up to 40 lbs, and navigating challenging terrain. Above all, you are eager to learn, contribute to meaningful archaeological projects, and build a foundation for a career in cultural resource management.

Position requires
:
Criminal Record Check, Valid Driver’s License

Lastly, you will be joining us with the passion to contribute and believe in the work that we do.

You don’t need to meet every listed qualification to make a meaningful impact on our team. If the opportunity at Ecofor excites you and you’re inspired by what we do, we encourage you to apply, we’d love to hear from you.

At Ecofor, we know that our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we’re committed to a total rewards philosophy that goes beyond competitive pay.

When you join Ecofor you can expect:

• Competitive wages that recognize your skills and…