What Your Day Will Look Like:
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We are seeking motivated and reliable Archaeological Field Technicians to join our fast-growing archaeological team. Working across southern Ontario, our team has extensive experience and knowledge conducting all stages of archaeological work — from Stage 1 background studies through to Stage 4 mitigations. Whether you are beginning your career or bringing years of field experience, you’ll join a collaborative environment where mentorship, professional growth, and creative problem-solving are part of everyday work.
Working with us means being part of a supportive, knowledgeable, and growing organization that values integrity, teamwork, and enthusiasm for archaeology. You’ll have opportunities to:
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Participate in archaeological surveys, test excavations, and full site excavations
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Gain experience with artifact collection, documentation, and site interpretation
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Work on diverse and challenging archaeological projects across southern Ontario
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Contribute to meaningful collaboration with Indigenous communities
What You'll Do:
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- Participate in Stage 2 surveys, Stage 3 test excavations, and Stage 4 mitigations (teams will be deployed from our London and Etobicoke locations)
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Experience artifact identification, collection, and processing
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Assist with field notes, sketches, photographs, and digital records
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Excavate and screen soil; carry, lift, and move loads of soil and equipment
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Work in remote areas, uneven terrain, and a full range of weather conditions
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Support Field Supervisors and Project Managers in daily tasks
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Work collaboratively and respectfully with Indigenous field representatives
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Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a “Safety First” attitude
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Have the opportunity to travel across Ontario, including multi-day overnight work assignments as required
What You'll Need:
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- Experience with physically demanding outdoor work
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Ability to lift 30 to 50 lbs, carry 20+ lbs, and perform repetitive physical tasks (shoveling, troweling, screening)
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Ability to walk or hike up to 10 km per day
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Willingness to work long field days in hot, cold, wet, or rugged conditions
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Ability to travel daily to variable project locations and convene at designated meeting points
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Ability to stay overnight for consecutive days (per diem and accommodation provided)
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Valid Ontario G driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation (strong asset)
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Strong teamwork skills, reliability, punctuality, and a professional attitude
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Effective verbal and written communication skills
Candidates with the following may be prioritized:
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Completion of an archaeological field school
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An undergraduate degree or ongoing studies in Archaeology, Anthropology, or related fields
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Previous experience in Ontario archaeological consulting (Stage 2–4)
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Knowledge of Ontario artifact types
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Ontario Archaeological Research License (asset)
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Entry-level students and early-career archaeologists are welcome and encouraged to apply.
Projected Compensation $26.00/hr.
Get to Know Us:
What Benefits You’ll Enjoy:
We invest in us. Because our team members go above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities (inside and out), we do our best to take care of you by providing a comprehensive benefits package! Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full-time work status; part-time are eligible based on hours worked. If you have questions, contact
[email protected].
Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
Work-Life Alignment – Industry-competitive vacation time, ten designated holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA), and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, and a fitness and wellness reimbursement.
Life – Employer-paid term life insurance, employer-paid STD, critical illness and long-term disability insurance options, and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match.
How Your Career Will Grow:
We know career growth is not always linear or streamlined—it’s often dynamic. You may want to explore a management track, try a new technical track, or move laterally to reposition your skills and talents. No matter what level you join us at or how you want to shape your career, we want Consor to be a place where you can learn and grow.
At Consor, you’ll work with a network of engineers and scientists specializing in water, transportation, and environmental services delivering projects across multiple sectors and clients. Across geographies, you’ll have access to the resources and expertise found in a large consulting firm, while experiencing a community feel at the local level. You’ll experience a culture where we share in our successes and support one another through challenges. Here, there are countless opportunities to explore your career path by working on projects that help you expand your potential and take your career to new heights! Join our diverse team of experts who live and work alongside client partners, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together.
Consor’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace
Consor fosters a workplace where teammates and job candidates are treated with dignity, and where different perspectives and life experiences are recognized as strengths. We are committed to fair employment practices that create access to meaningful opportunities for all, while upholding all applicable local, provincial, and federal laws. As an equal opportunity employer, Consor actively maintains an affirmative action program across our offices and worksites to support broader participation and representation.
In addition, your accessibility is important to us. Please let us know if you’d like accommodations to help us remove barriers so that you can participate throughout the hiring process. If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at 1-289-328-0745. Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Consor by using the Message Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD.
If any applicant believes they have been discriminated against or desires further information or assistance, contact us at 1-289-328-0745.
Notices: The above job description is intended to relay a general sense of the position's responsibilities and expectations. It does not describe all tasks that may be assigned. As business demands change, the essential functions of this position may also change. The position requires the successful completion of applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks.
At Consor, we're committed to recruiting teammates ready to expand their potential. To safeguard candidates, we use only legitimate recruitment practices. Initial outreach is conducted through official Consor email addresses or LinkedIn messaging; be suspicious of any inconsistencies. We do not request personal data, sensitive information or banking details during the application process. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through Microsoft Teams—never through messaging apps or other calling services. All job offers are merit-based, delivered verbally, and followed up by written confirmation. If personal information is required to initiate the hiring process, it will be collected through secure, authorized channels. If ever in doubt, contact
[email protected].
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