Archaeology Technician Ii

Company Description
**At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.**

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team - 50,000 strong - driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

**Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.**

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts - planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers - leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

**Job Description**:
Job Responsibilities:

- Performs a variety of tasks in support of project staff.
- May gather and maintain specified records of scientific data for supervisor, including but not limited to environmental sampling, operations and maintenance and inspections at client sites.
- Other activities may include assisting with calculations, setting up and operating equipment, inspecting equipment and installations for compliance with specifications and maintaining proper project documentation.
- Collects and enters data and applies technical principles and theories under supervision.

**Qualifications**:
**Minimum Requirements**:

- Highschool
- 2+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Must be able to perform strenuous archaeological fieldwork which includes prolonged standing, repetitive motions such as bending, lifting (up to 40lbs), squatting, twisting, and shoveling using hand trowels or shovels.
- Ability to work outside in a variety of conditions including cold or hot temperatures and light rain as well as traverse rough terrain.
- Ability to efficiently do quality fieldwork; attention to detail when digging, collecting material, and following instruction.
- Demonstrate respectful and understanding behaviour towards to our Indigenous partners.
- Reliable transportation to & from assigned office or designated project meet spot.
- Must be willing to work out of town, across Ontario, for extended periods of time (overnight stays).
- Expected to prioritize Health & Safety & follow all AECOM procedures and requirements of the project safety plan. Must wear always required personal protective equipment which can include but not limited to hard hat, safety glasses, safety boots, safety vest and work gloves.
- Responsible for carrying out Stages 2-4 archaeological field work under the direction of experienced archaeologists.
- Proven ability to recognize cultural material & collect in a controlled manner.
- Proven physical ability & care when conducting excavations.
- Expect to perform physical labour in all weather conditions and workdays ranging from 8-12 hours.
- Working knowledge of the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism’s Standards & Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Willingness to continually learn & take direction.
- Communicate information, issues, concerns related to the site work in an effective & professional manner to Field Supervisor.
- Attend work prepared for all weather conditions, ensuring appropriate weather gear is readily available.
- Keep artifacts collected as directed by site supervisor.
- Leading by example, taking ownership for responsibilities
- Sensitivity & awareness combined with a respectful attitude towards Indigenous culture & people is a must. Collaboration in a team environment is key.
- Valid Ontario driver’s license is preferred. R