Archaeology Field Technicians for Phase III Data Recovery

Your Opportunity

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Join Stantec's Cultural Resources team in and around our Riverview, Jacksonville, and Tallahassee, FL offices to play an integral role in conducting archaeological survey, testing, data recovery, and monitoring. Stantec is seeking archaeological technicians for an upcoming Phase III project in Tennessee, scheduled from July 7 to September 30, with the possibility of extension. Priority will be given to those with Phase II or Phase III experience. There is also potential for further work beyond this project. These will be project-based positions and may require travel for several weeks at a time (until project completion). Paid travel time, standard GSA per diem, and single occupancy rooms provided by Stantec. Typical work shifts are 6 days on (8-10 hour days) / 1 day off (Sunday). For these projects, travel, lodging, per diem and potential for project-based bonuses will be provided.

Your Key Responsibilities

The position will primarily consist of fieldwork but may include laboratory work such as cleaning and cataloging artifacts, analysis, and research. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to performing archaeological fieldwork tasks including controlled surface survey; shovel test survey; and excavation. Duties may also include cleaning and cataloging artifacts.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Experience in Phase II testing or Phase III data recovery projects preferred; experience on Phase I survey projects; previous experience with mapping equipment and other special application equipment (e.g., emlid, digital data collection, etc.); strong oral and written communication skills; detail oriented; resourceful; self-motivated; strong initiative; positive and energetic attitude.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree in anthropology/archaeology or related field, or combination of education and experience; successful completion of an archeology field school; full-time, professional experience conducting archaeological survey and excavation; 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 heavy loads, and digging; frequent out-of-town travel, potentially for extended periods of time; 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 with good driving record and be able to operate motorized vehicles; must be able to pass pre-employment and post-employment checks as needed, including background checks and drug tests.

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.

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.

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.

Primary Location: United States | FL | Jacksonville

Organization: 1726 EnvSvcs-US Gulf East-Jacksonville FL

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: Yes

Schedule: Full time