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Stantec is a leading global provider of professional consulting services in the fields of environmental sciences, engineering, and archaeology. We are currently seeking Archaeology Technicians with experience in cemetery excavation to join our dynamic team for a 2025 winter-spring cemetery project in Indianapolis.

Position Overview

As an Archaeology Technician, you will play a critical role in supporting field programs with a primary focus on human remains excavation and archaeological investigations. This position provides the opportunity to work on unique and sensitive projects while ensuring compliance with ethical and professional standards. 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. Location: Based in the Indianapolis metro area, this position may involve a combination of local and out-of-town field projects. Applicants residing within an hour of Indianapolis are strongly encouraged to apply, though candidates from farther away may also be considered for the right fit. Key Responsibilities

+ Participate in archaeological monitoring, data collection, and excavation in accordance with professional and ethical standards.

+ Work under the supervision of a field director or crew lead, primarily on projects in Indiana and neighboring states.

+ Collaborate on laboratory tasks related to cemetery investigations, including artifact processing, documentation, and curation, as needed.

+ Ensure compliance with safety protocols in all field and laboratory practices.

+ Travel to various project sites may be required. Paid travel time, standard GSA per diem, and single occupancy accommodations provided for non-local assignments.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

+ Experience with cemetery and human remains excavation, including familiarity with regulatory compliance and ethical considerations.

+ Ability to conduct Phase I surveys, Phase II testing, Phase III data recovery, and archaeological monitoring.

+ Proficiency in laboratory tasks such as artifact processing, classification, database management, and report preparation.

+ Valid driver’s license and ability to operate motorized vehicles.

+ Capability to pass a background check.

+ Must be able to pass a drug test and background check. Preferred Skills:

+ Knowledge of relevant Indiana burial laws and cultural resource management guidelines.

+ Experience with mapping tools, GPS equipment, and related field technology.

+ Perform archaeological fieldwork with a specific focus on cemetery and human remains excavation.

Education and Experience

+ Bachelor's degree in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, or related field preferred. Minimum high school diploma.

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

+ 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 Midwest/Great Lakes archaeology and field methods is preferred.

+ Prior Training in Osteology is preferred

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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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 | IN | Indianapolis

**Organization:** BC-1937 EnvSvcs-US Great Lakes East

**Employee Status:** Regular

**Travel:** Yes

**Schedule:** Full time

**Job Posting:** 17/06/2025 03:06:16

**Req ID:** REQ250002BK