Archaeological Technician - Seasonal - ( 2400011P )

Description

More than 3.000 Environmental Services Staff, 20 technical specialties, 900 professional associations. An international team with local expertise. You could say we know a little something about the environment. Our passion for it drives our work. Grounded by safety, quality, and ethics, we know what it takes to balance competing project interests with creativity and efficiency. We know what to look for. And we know how to get the job done – the right way. Join a team that has the environment down to a science.

Your Opportunity

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 field work needs of the Upper 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.

Location:

While based in the Madison and Milwaukee metro areas, projects include a mix of local and out of town field projects. Candidates living across the Upper Midwest are encouraged to apply.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Conduct archaeological fieldwork, archaeological monitoring, and data collection for historic architectural surveys.

• Work under the supervision of field director or crew lead in Wisconsin and neighboring states.

• Occasional laboratory duties may be available on a project specific basis.

• Travel extensively to the assigned office or to project sites. Paid travel time, standard GSA per diem, and single occupancy hotel provided for non-local projects.

• Prioritize safety in field and laboratory practices.

Qualifications

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Required:

• Conduct Phase I survey, Phase II testing, Phase III data recovery, archaeological monitoring, and data collection for historic architectural surveys.

• 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 Madison or Milwaukee office locations as needed.

• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record.

• Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelors degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field.

• Previous experience in a field school or CRM setting as an archaeologist, surveyor, or similar role.

• Technical expertise or specialty within Archaeology/Anthropology is advantageous.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with recording field data using ESRI’s Field Maps is highly desirable.

• Working knowledge of Upper Midwest archaeology and field methods preferred.

Compensation:

Compensation is based on experience and final amounts are determined at the offer phase, however, the anticipated range for this position is $20.00-$24.00 per hour.

When conducting non-local field work, paid travel time, standard GSA per diem, and single occupancy hotel rooms are provided. Stantec fleet or rental cars are often provided.

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 a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees 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-Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Other Locations : United States-Wisconsin-Fitchburg, United States-Wisconsin-Cottage Grove

Organization : BC-1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes WI

Employee Status : Temporary

Job Level : Entry Level

Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Mar 4, 2024, 7:58:04 AM

Req ID: 2400011P

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans