Archaeological Field Technician

Location: City of Albany

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Your Opportunity

Stantec's Cultural Resources team has an opportunity for on-call archaeological field technicians to support field projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic. Stantec is seeking Archaeological Field Technicians to assist with upcoming fieldwork that will occur primarily in New York and Pennsylvania.

Your

Key Responsibilities

• The position will primarily consist of fieldwork but may include exposure to a wider range of other duties including laboratory research and analysis. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: perform archaeological fieldwork tasks including controlled surface survey; shovel test survey; and excavation. Duties may also include cleaning, cataloging, photographing, and labeling artifacts recovered from surface collection and excavation.

Your Capabilities And Credentials

• Experience with completing inventory, survey, testing, and/or data recovery
• Previous experience with mapping equipment and other special application equipment (e.g., total station, GPS, etc.)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Word and Excel
• Detail oriented; resourceful; self-motivated; strong initiative
• Positive and energetic attitude
• Frequent out-of-town travel, potentially for extended periods of time

Education And Experience

• B.A./B.S. in anthropology/archaeology or related field with sufficient experience
• Successful completion of an archaeology field school, preferred
• At least 6 months of experience conducting archaeological survey and excavation, preferred
• Knowledge of prehistoric and historic material culture
• Ability to complete physically demanding tasks in remote areas and/or humid continental climate, including walking, hiking, carrying loads up to 50 pounds, and digging
• Qualified applicants should exhibit strong technical skills, good communication skills, and feel comfortable making decisions in the field
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to operate motorized vehicles
• Must be able to pass a drug test and background check

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.

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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Salary Range(s)

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

The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.

Primary Location: United States | PA | West Chester

Organization: BC-1956 Env Svcs-US East Northeast

Employee Status: Regular

Job Level: Entry Level

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time

Job Posting: 19/06/2025 08:06:20

Req : REQ
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TB Seniority level

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

Job function

• Job function
  
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries Business Consulting and Services

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