Junior Archaeologist – Seasonal

Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth) is a private environmental consulting firm that has been in business for over 20 years and during this time has built a reputation as a reliable and reputable environmental services provider. Our experienced, interdisciplinary team uses technical skills and knowledge to protect the environment, satisfy regulatory requirements, and support local communities.

CanNorth regularly completes HRIAs and HRIA-Ms for resource developments in the oil and gas, mining, roads and infrastructure, and forestry sectors and we are currently looking to hire a Junior Archaeologist to support our Heritage Division. This contract position will begin April 13th, 2025, and end October 17th, 2025, with the possibility of extension depending on workload and fall weather conditions.

Responsibilities in this position will include:

• Conducting archaeological fieldwork under the supervision of an experienced archaeologist, including surface survey (walking), shovel testing, and excavating.
• Supporting archaeologists and providing assistance where needed.
• Laboratory duties such as artifact cleaning, analysis, and cataloging.
• Other office duties.
• Helping in the warehouse with equipment, maintenance, mobilizing/demobilizing trucks (when needed).

Requirements

• Pursuing or recently completed a university degree (undergraduate or graduate) in archaeology or anthropology (or other associated discipline).
• Minimum 4 months of archaeological field experience (or the successful completion of a recognized archaeological field school).
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to complete field work and travel (may include remote or isolated areas) with overnight stays for multiple days during out-of-town projects.
• Must enjoy working outdoors and be willing to work in adverse weather and challenging field conditions.

To be successful, applicants must have superior communication skills, be professional, be dedicated to high-quality results, be a team player, and have a positive attitude. CanNorth offers competitive wages, excellent benefits, flexibility, and a modern office with employee-oriented facilities and programs.

Interested candidates are requested to e-mail resumes before March 7th, 2025, to the address below. Nitawethemecik Nehethow athisitinowak kaki kesetacik sapo-ayamicikewin (Qualified Indigenous professionals are encouraged to apply).

Thank you to all who apply; only applicants who have been shortlisted will be contacted.

Human Resources
Canada North Environmental Services
211 Wheeler Street
Saskatoon, SK S7P 0A4
Fax: (306) 652-4431
E-mail: [email protected]