Archaeology Field Technician

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Position Overview

Stantec is a leading global provider of professional consulting services in the fields of environmental sciences, engineering, and archaeology. We are currently seeking experienced Archaeology Technicians to join our dynamic team on a project basis. As an Archaeology Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our field programs by assisting with data collection and analysis. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, including solar fields, residential developments, wetland restorations, major urban revitalization projects, pipelines, transmission lines, transportation projects, and excavation and investigations of cemeteries. This hourly, on-call position will support the archaeological fieldwork needs of the Midwest region. This position requires the ability to work outdoors in urban and remote locations and for extended periods under all weather conditions, often traversing rugged terrain. Stantec is committed to workplace safety and maintaining safe work practices. Extensive travel may be required. The standard work week is typically Monday through Friday, with overtime and weekend work required based on project demands and weather conditions. Projects typically run from March through November, with opportunities to travel for fieldwork during the winter months. Multi-week field assignments are common. Location: Stantec has offices across the Midwest. This position would be based at one of our offices in the Midwest. Projects include a mix of local and out of town field projects. Candidates living across the Midwest are encouraged to apply.

We are seeking to build a pool of talented individuals. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for current and future opportunities. Stantec will keep your application in our recruiting system as a potential candidate who could possibly fill a position when or if the need arises individuals. 

Your Key Responsibilities

• Working with field crews to conduct archaeological fieldwork.
• Demonstrating skills and experience with field tasks such as precontact and historic artifact identification, as well as soil analysis and interpretation.
• Working under the supervision of a field director or crew lead in Minnesota and neighboring states.
• Occasional laboratory duties may be available on a project specific basis.
• Traveling extensively to project sites.
• Prioritizing safety in field and laboratory practices.
• Operating and maintaining field equipment including GPS units, digital cameras, tablets, and hand tools.
• Following established safety protocols for hazardous conditions including extreme weather, wildlife encounters, and excavation safety.
• Participating in daily tailgate safety meetings and following site-specific safety plans.
• Exercising stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Positive, safety-first attitude.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Organized and capable of executing work assignments with attention to detail.
• Commitment to producing high quality in-field work products.
• Ability to walk 4-10 miles per day over rough terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Conduct Phase I survey, Phase II testing, and Phase III data recovery
• Perform laboratory duties including artifact processing, classification, and curation, as well as artifact photography, database management, mapping, and report layout.
• Maintain the ability to travel to and from onsite jobs and the Plymouth office locations as needed.
• Valid driver’s license

Education and Experience

• A bachelor's or master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field is required.
• Previous experience in a field school or CRM setting as an archaeologist, surveyor, or similar role is required
• Technical expertise or specialty within Archaeology/Anthropology is advantageous.
• Familiarity with recording field data using ESRI’s Field Maps is highly desirable.
• Working knowledge of Upper Midwest archaeology and field methods is preferred. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. When conducting non-local fieldwork, paid travel time, per diem, and single occupancy hotel rooms are provided. Stantec fleet or rental cars are often provided. 

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. 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. 

Stantec is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

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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Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements