Field Archaeologist – Field Based

ERM

. Participate in field studies including field reconnaissance, field surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeVancouver • CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$52,000 - CA$63,207 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in archaeological survey and impact assessment, with a strong foundation in field studies and compliance with health and safety protocols. Capable of working in diverse outdoor conditions and extended field periods.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Degree In AnthropologyArchaeological Survey ExperienceField School ExperienceKnowledge Of Impact Assessment ProtocolsAbility To Work Outdoors

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Archaeological SurveyField ReconnaissanceField SurveysExcavationImpact Assessment

Soft Skills

Ability To Work In Variable Weather ConditionsAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Cultural HeritageHealth And Safety ComplianceArchaeological Field School

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in field studies including field reconnaissance, field surveys, and excavation for archaeological studies
Visually inspect land surfaces for archaeological and historic built resources
Comply with corporate Health and Safety requirements
Perform other duties as assigned or required
Work with ERM’s archaeology and cultural heritage team to complete archaeological field surveys

Requirements

What you’ll need

A Degree in Anthropology (with a focus in archaeology) or in Archaeology preferred
0-3 years of archaeological survey and impact assessment experience
Applicants enrolled in a degree granting university who have completed a field school in archaeology are encouraged to apply
Prior archaeological field school experience a plus
Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain
Working knowledge of archaeological survey and impact assessment protocols
Ability to work 2 weeks on, 1 week off rotation
Ability to work in the field for extended periods of time
Submit a resume and brief cover letter

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Limited benefits package for eligible fixed-term employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week
Potential bonus pay (casual and fixed-term/Flexforce employees are not bonus eligible)