Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is currently seeking candidates for the position of Archaeology Field Technician III & IV, which can be based out of our offices in London, Hamilton, Richmond Hill, or Barrie.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting Stages 2-4 archaeological field work under the guidance of a field supervisor.
- Identifying and recovering Indigenous and Euro-Canadian artifacts as instructed by the site supervisor.
- Prioritizing Health and Safety protocols and adhering to all AECOM procedures.
- Willingness to travel extensively across Ontario for extended periods.
- Taking on a junior leadership role during field operations.
- Assisting the Field Supervisor with technical aspects of field work.
- Contributing to the training of new team members.
- Setting an example for teammates and undertaking additional tasks as assigned by field supervisors or management.
Please be advised that LIUNA has been certified by the Labour Relations Board to bargain on behalf of persons in the above noted position. The parties have entered a collective bargaining agreement & any candidate who is hired into the noted role will be kept informed of any changes to the terms & conditions of their employment because of that process.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Highschool + 4 years of relevant experience
- Must be able to perform strenuous archaeological fieldwork (lift up to 40lbs and be capable of repetitive movement).
- Can communicate information, issues, concerns related to the site work in an effective and professional manner to Field Supervisor.
- Will attend work in a timely manner, prepared for all weather conditions and ensuring appropriate weather gear is readily available.
- Reliable transportation to and from assigned office or designated project meet spot is essential.
- Sensitivity and awareness combined with a respectful attitude towards Indigenous culture and people is a must.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in archaeology or anthropology.
- Proven ability to recognize cultural material and collect in a controlled manner.
- Proven physical ability and care when conducting excavations.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Valid Ontario driver’s license.
- Demonstrated ability to support Field Supervisor with technical aspects of archaeology & leading the team.
- Demonstrated knowledge of MCM Standards & Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists
Additional Information
- Under the Collective Agreement between AECOM and LiUNA, the compensation for Archaeology Field Technician III and IV at AECOM for the 2024 field season will be between $27.02/Hr and $28.58/Hr.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have 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 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.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
