Seasonal Archaeology Field Technician

Description

• Operating and maintaining field equipment including GPS units, digital cameras, tablets, and hand tools.
• Perform laboratory duties including artifact processing, classification, and curation, as well as artifact photography, database management, mapping, and report layout.
• Prioritizing safety in field and laboratory practices.
• Working under the supervision of a field director or crew lead in Minnesota and neighboring states.
• Maintain the ability to travel to and from onsite jobs and the Plymouth office locations as needed.
• Traveling extensively to project sites.
• Working with field crews to conduct archaeological fieldwork.
• Conduct Phase I survey, Phase II testing, and Phase III data recovery
• Participating in daily tailgate safety meetings and following site-specific safety plans.
• Exercising stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified.
• Following established safety protocols for hazardous conditions including extreme weather, wildlife encounters, and excavation safety.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Familiarity with recording field data using ESRI’s Field Maps is highly desirable.
• Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Organized and capable of executing work assignments with attention to detail.
• Previous experience in a field school or CRM setting as an archaeologist, surveyor, or similar role.
• Demonstrating skills and experience with field tasks such as precontact and historic artifact identification, as well as soil analysis and interpretation.
• 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.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Ability to walk 4-10 miles per day over rough terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Technical expertise or specialty within Archaeology/Anthropology is advantageous.
• Positive, safety-first attitude.
• A bachelor's or master’s degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field.

Benefits

• Locations in VT, & Various CA, NY Areas - Min Salary $ 44,200.00 - Max Salary $ 61,900.00

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance