Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigour, 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
We're expanding our team of field archaeologists and are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and motivated, with entry- to intermediate-level experience. Our projects span across western Canada and across industries. Our team comprises archaeologists with diverse backgrounds and experience levels, fostering a supportive and enjoyable work environment aimed at individual growth and development. This opportunity is ideal for candidates who are interested in a chance to broaden their archaeological skill set and abilities.
We're currently hiring contract employees with potential for renewal and advancement to regular, full-time positions for the right candidate.
Your Key Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of Stantec’s permitted Intermediate and Senior archaeologists, Junior Archaeologists assist with carrying out archaeological field work and reporting under current provincial and professional requirements. This role will be primary field-based and include the following responsibilities, as required:
Participate in preliminary field reconnaissance surveys and archaeological impact assessments
Collect field data
Participate in identifying and recording areas of archaeological potential, archaeological sites, and traditional use sites
Assist in archaeological monitoring and excavations
Maintain field equipment
Adhere to company policies and standards
Actively participate in Stantec’s HSSE programs
Your work may also include:
- Travel and shifts ranging from one day up to 24 days away from home; typical work shifts are 10 to 14 days, 10-hour days (overtime eligible). Accommodation and meals/per diems are included.
Operation of a motor vehicle, including pickup trucks and trailering and ATV/UTV use. Training provided for ATV/UTV use, as needed
Operation of other types of motorized equipment including archaeological power screens (training provided). Some projects include travel in helicopter and small aircraft.
Working near mobile equipment and heavy machinery.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Interest in cultural resource management
Willingness to learn identification of archaeological artefacts and features, traditional use sites & features, and culturally modified trees
Willingness to learn archaeological geophysics, mapping, pedestrian surveys, subsurface testing, excavation, analog and digital data collection
Dedicated to following and promoting a strong safety culture
Time management skills that include balancing short-term and immediate work commitments with varying priorities and deadlines
Strong communication skills, including verbal, technical writing, and electronic communications
Able to work away from home/stay in hotels or camps for periods of up to 3 weeks and on rotation
Desire to work closely with other environmental professionals and Indigenous Nations
May be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and maintain that status for the duration of employment based on specific client requirements
Safety training will be required, including internal training as well as external training such as First Aid and Ground Disturbance, as well as project specific training. Required training costs are covered by Stantec.
A valid class 5 driver’s license is preferred
Able to lift 50lbs and complete physically demanding fieldwork in a range of weather conditions for up to 12 hours per day while maintaining a positive, solutions-focused attitude
Education and Experience
A Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree in Archaeology and/or work toward a Bachelors’ or Masters’ degree in Archaeology. While not required, participation in an archaeological field school would be an asset.
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