ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Ecofor is currently seeking an Archaeological Technician to join our team in Whitehorse, YT. This position is planned to start June 16, 2025.
This is an Hourly position with a wage range of $24 - $30 per hour, depending on experience. The successful candidate must reside in or be willing to move to Whitehorse, YT.
Your key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Assisting in:

• Field reconnaissance and archaeological impact assessments for oil and gas, forestry, transportation, and other industries.
• The identification of areas of archaeological potential and archaeological sites.
• Data collection and data management.
• Systematic Data Recovery (excavation).
• Working in collaboration with local First Nations.
• Promoting a strong safety culture and working collaboratively within Ecofor’s corporate culture

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

• To qualify, you will need to be pursing or have an undergraduate degree in Archaeology or Anthropology, or a combination of relevant experience.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, desire to grow the business, and work closely with other environmental professionals, environmental discipline leads, and First Nations.
• Physical ability to do strenuous fieldwork in a variety of field conditions.
• Willing to travel for work and stay in remote accommodations for extended periods of time.
• Experience in Cultural Resource Management is not required but would be considered an asset.
• Familiarity with handheld GPS units and mapping software, pedestrian survey, subsurface testing, excavation, data collection, field note taking, and laboratory experience would also be an asset.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe software.
• Skills with snowmobiles, ATVs, and UTVs are an asset.
  Due to the nature of the role, you must have a valid Driver’s License.
  Lastly, you will be joining us with the passion to contribute and believe in the work that we do.

Please refer the Job description for details