Archaeological Field & Mapping Technicians for 2025 Season

at  TMHC Inc

OUR MISSION

TMHC embraces the respectful conservation of Ontario’s cultural heritage, working in partnership with municipalities, public and private organizations, Indigenous and descendent communities and other stakeholders, scholars, and the general public. Through public outreach and the responsible recovery of remnants of the past, it is our goal to foster pride in our shared multi-cultural past and preserve its stories for future generations within the process of building for our future.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Diploma or degree (in progress or completed) in Anthropology or Archaeology is preferred but not required
• Previous fieldwork experience of any kind is an asset

Requirements

• Actively participate in archaeological fieldwork including survey, excavation, fieldwalking
• Perform physically demanding and repetitive tasks (e.g., hand shovelling, screening soil, moving buckets of dirt) lifting 20-40lbs
• Extensive outdoor work, requiring the ability to walk and stand on varied terrains for prolonged periods of time
• Take direction from Field Directors, Project Managers, and Principals of TMHC Inc.
• Willingness to engage in diverse projects across Ontario. This role may require travel and overnight stays for off-site assignments
• Flexibility and openness to new experiences are essential
• Experience in archaeology and archaeological field methods and ability to identify artifacts in the field is preferred, but not required
• Full G Class Driver’s licence in good standing is an asset but not required
• Obtaining and maintaining security clearances as required by TMHC clients
• Excellent work ethic and team-player attitude
• Strong attention to detail, with proven ability to follow specific instruction

• Complete archaeological fieldwork following requirements of the current Standards and Guidelines for Consultant Archaeologists issued by the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (MCM)
• Support Field Directors and provide assistance where needed
• Work in conjunction with local Indigenous and Descendant community representatives

Requirements

• Actively participate in archaeological fieldwork including survey, excavation, fieldwalking
• Perform physically demanding and repetitive tasks (e.g., hand shovelling, screening soil, moving buckets of dirt) lifting 20-40lbs
• Extensive outdoor work, requiring the ability to walk and stand on varied terrains for prolonged periods of time
• Take direction from Field Directors, Project Managers, and Principals of TMHC Inc.
• Willingness to engage in diverse projects across Ontario. This role may require travel and overnight stays for off-site assignments
• Flexibility and openness to new experiences are essential
• Experience in archaeology and archaeological field methods and ability to identify artifacts in the field is preferred, but not required
• Full G Class Driver’s licence in good standing is an asset but not required
• Obtaining and maintaining security clearances as required by TMHC clients
• Excellent work ethic and team-player attitude
• Strong attention to detail, with proven ability to follow specific instructions