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What they do
An Archeologist finds and analyzes artifacts, such as tools, the remains of buildings or ships, or human skeletons, to learn about past human cultures and civilizations. Supervises careful excavation of artifacts at field sites, records and analyzes evidence. May manage or protect archeological sites, or assess building sites prior to the start of construction
$65,880 / year median in Wisconsin
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Location:
Stantec has offices across the Midwest. This position would be based at one of our offices in the Midwest. Projects include a mix of local and out of town field projects. Candidates living across the Midwest are encouraged to apply. We are seeking to build a pool of talented individuals. Upon successful submission of your application, you will be considered for current and future opportunities. Stantec will keep your application in our recruiting system as a potential candidate who could possibly fill a position when or if the need arises individuals. Your Key Responsibilities- Working with field crews to conduct archaeological fieldwork.
- Demonstrating skills and experience with field tasks such as precontact and historic artifact identification, as well as soil analysis and interpretation.
- Working under the supervision of a field director or crew lead in Wisconsin and neighboring states.
- Occasional laboratory duties may be available on a project specific basis.
- Traveling extensively to project sites.
- Prioritizing safety in field and laboratory practices.
- Operating and maintaining field equipment including GPS units, digital cameras, tablets, and hand tools.
- Following established safety protocols for hazardous conditions including extreme weather, wildlife encounters, and excavation safety.
- Participating in daily tailgate safety meetings and following site-specific safety plans.
- Exercising stop-work authority when unsafe conditions are identified. Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Positive, safety-first attitude.
- Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
- Organized and capable of executing work assignments with attention to detail.
- Commitment to producing high quality in-field work products.
- Ability to walk 4-10 miles per day over rough terrain and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
- Conduct Phase I survey, Phase II testing, and Phase III data recovery
- 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 Plymouth office locations as needed.
- Valid driver's license Education and Experience
- A bachelor's or master's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field is required.
- Previous experience in a field school or CRM setting as an archaeologist, surveyor, or similar role is required
- Technical expertise or specialty within Archaeology/Anthropology is advantageous.
- Familiarity with recording field data using ESRI's Field Maps is highly desirable.
- Working knowledge of Upper Midwest archaeology and field methods is preferred.
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. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
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.
Primary Location:
- United States | WI | Madison
Other Locations:
- United States | WI | Milwaukee
Organization:
- BC-1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East
Employee Status:
- Regular
Business Justification:
- New Position
Travel:
- Yes
Schedule:
- Full time
Job Posting:
- 28/08/2026 09:08:37
Req ID:
- 1007474 \#additionalStantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans