Junior Archaeologist
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Your Opportunity
We are looking to expand our archaeological team and we are seeking a junior Archaeologist. This position will be based out of our Terrace, BC office. Work will take place throughout British Columbia, in various industries.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Participate in identifying and recording areas of archeological potential, archaeological sites, and traditional use sites.
- Work closely with a Field Director/Supervisor to make technical recommendations for cultural resources management.
- Collect field data.
- Participate in preliminary field reconnaissance surveys and archaeological impact assessments.
- Assist in archaeological monitoring and excavations.
- Manage field equipment.
- Actively participate in Stantec’s HSSE programs.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Interest in cultural resource management.
- Willingness to learn identification of traditional use sites & features, CMTs, and lithic artifacts.
- Willingness to learn mapping, pedestrian surveys, subsurface testing, excavation, data collection.
- Experience in Cultural Resource Management is not required but would be considered an asset.
- Dedicated to following and promoting a strong safety culture.
- Able to work away from home/stay in hotels or camps for periods of up to 2 weeks during the field season.
- Desire to work closely with other environmental professionals and First Nations.
- A valid class 5 driver’s license is preferred.
Education and Experience
- A Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology or Archaeology is required.
- Previous archaeological consulting experience is an asset.
- Participation in an archaeological field school is seen as an asset.
Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.
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.
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