Field Archaeologist; Field Based

ERM is hiring Junior Field Archaeologists to join our global consulting firm as part of our archaeology and cultural heritage team in Vancouver and the surrounding area, Smithers, BC, or Whitehorse, YT.

This is a full‑time, limited‑term role for a duration of 9 months, renewable
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• Oversee field studies, lead field reconnaissance, field surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies.
• Visually inspect the land surface for presence of archaeological and historic built resources.
• Ensure compliance with corporate Health and Safety requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Represent ERM through communications and at meetings with provincial/territorial and federal agencies.

• A Degree in Anthropology (with a focus in archaeology) or in Archaeology (preferred).
• 0–3 years of archaeological survey and impact assessment experience.
• Applicants enrolled in a degree‑granting university who have completed a field school in archaeology are encouraged to apply.
• Prior archaeological field school experience is a plus.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain.
• Working knowledge of archaeological survey and impact assessment protocols.
• Ability to work 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off rotation.
• Ability to work in the field for extended periods of time.

For the Field Archaeologist position, the anticipated annual base pay is $52,000–$63,207, or $25.00/hr–$30.39/hr for the limited‑term, non‑exempt role. Pay within this range will be based on factors such as education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business needs.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance to eligible employees.

Benefits eligibility is limited to regular employees scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week. Fixed‑term employees (including Flexforce) who are regularly scheduled to work 20 hours or more are eligible for a limited benefits package. Casual employees are not benefits eligible.

You can apply for this role through our external careers portal or through the internal portal if you are a current employee.

Note:

No amount of pay is considered wages or compensation until such amount is earned, determinable, and payable. The availability of any bonus, commission, or other compensation remains at the Company’s sole discretion until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, in accordance with the law.