City : Mississauga, ON

Category : Environment - Ecology & EIA

Industry : Engineering

Employer : WSP

Greater Toronto Area - 2023 Field Season

We are a global leader in the Earth and Environment sector. Globally headquartered in Montreal, where it all began, we proudly serve communities from coast to coast and beyond.  We have over 14,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. 

As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources, expertise, and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from marine biologists to geophysicists to geotechnical engineers and more.

The Opportunity:

We have a new opportunity for you to join our Earth and Environment group as an Archaeology Field Technician based out of our Greater Toronto Area offices.  As part of our Archaeology Team, you will be involved in various stages of archaeological fieldwork from Stage 2 surveys to Stage 4 excavations primarily in southern Ontario.  Note that this is a  seasonal position for the 2023 field season, starting in the spring of 2023.

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 into a collective bargaining agreement and any candidate who is hired into the noted role will be kept informed of any changes to the terms and conditions of their employment because of that process.

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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A day in the life:

 As an Archaeological Field Technician on our team you will:

•  Complete archaeological fieldwork under the supervision of an experienced Field Supervisor, including Stage 2 surveys (field walking and test pitting); Stage 3 assessments; and Stage 4 excavations.
• Work outdoors in a wide variety of weather conditions.
• Support Field Supervisors and provide assistance where needed.
• Participate in a team environment providing support to other field technicians and assisting with field activities as required.
• Maintain a high standard of ethical and professional behavior and demonstrate a “Safety First” focus and act as a role model to other staff.

 What you’ll bring to WSP:

•  Minimum 4 months of archaeological field experience (or the successful completion of a recognized archaeological field school)
• You enjoy fieldwork and like to work in a team environment – think the opposite of your standard 9-5 desk job!
• Willingness to travel within Ontario with overnight stays during out-of-town projects.
• You’ve got access to a vehicle and a clean Driver’s Abstract.
• You want to experience what it’s like to work for the leading environmental consulting firm globally and be part of a growing and thriving team!