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A1 Archaeologist Entry Level
- Kamloops, BC, Canada
PAY GRADE: Starting at $25.98 / hour · Full-time
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- PAY GRADE: Starting at $25.98 / hour
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Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc (TteS) is a fast-growing vibrant organization committed to the development and progress of its Band Members and Community. As such, the TteS invites applications from qualified, highly motivated and dynamic individuals to fill the following position.
POSITION TITLE: A1 - Archaeologist (Entry Level)
DEPARTMENT: Knúcwmens le Sxwixwéytemc Archaeology Services Ltd. (KSAS)
SUPERVISOR: Field Crew Lead
TERMS: Seasonal
REFERENCE #: 2026-117
Purpose Of Position
The purpose of these positions is to represent and assist KSAS with field operations, conducting surveys, testing, monitoring and data recovery in both lab and field settings. All responsibilities are governed by the policies and bylaws of Tk’emlups te Secwepemc.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Fieldwork
- Learning about archaeological process
- Conducts pedestrian survey, shovel testing, monitoring and data recovery in the field.
- Assists Supervisor in conducting surveys and data recovery.
- Participates in cultural resource management projects within the territory with outside firms as a representative of TteS
- Provides cohesive field notes and waypoints with photos that include daily observations and recommendations that assist with the interpretation, conservation, and protection of cultural sites and features identified during daily field work.
- Performs all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the TteS policies, standards, and procedures.
- Assists in preparing and maintaining field equipment and fleet vehicles.
- Ensure accuracy and timely submission of time sheets and expenses.
- Work safely as per TteS safety policy
- Maintains confidentiality on all matters relating to the affairs of the TteS and will not divulge any confidential or proprietary information for profit.
- Other related duties as required.
- Previous education, training, and outdoor field experience, in similar type of field work.
- Must possess Level 1 First Aid certificate or be willing to obtain the training.
- Must possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s licence and have reliable transportation.
- Must possess a clean driver abstract and maintain clean status throughout employment.
- Must be able to provide satisfactory drug test results and maintain that throughout the project life-cycle for projects that require pre-access testing.
- Bear Aware, ATV/UTV training, S100, H2S Alive, Outdoors survival and leadership skills an asset.
- Previous experience in Cultural Resource Management or fieldwork an asset.
Ensure accuracy and timely submission of time sheets and Labor, Equipment, Material (LEM) time tickets that document daily work, resources, and materials for invoicing.
Supervision Or Training Duties
N/A
Working Conditions
- Fieldwork in a variety of outdoor environments including urban and remote locations.
- Fieldwork in extreme temperatures, repetitive stooping, shovelling, lifting, long periods of standing and carrying heavy loads 20-50 lbs
- Routine office tasks
- Working around heavy machinery
- Walking long distances of average 4 - 10 kilometres/day
- Normal field week - Monday to Friday 10 hours/day
- Non-normal shifts may be required depending on project scope, deadlines and priorities.
- Some weekend and holiday work may be required during the season
- Familiarity with Secwepemc culture and ability to work in a cross-cultural setting.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to collect data, prepare field notes and other documents.
- Must be able to operate modern technology utilized for field operations.
- Must have good orienteering skills to navigate in remote forested settings
- Must be physically fit and willing to work in challenging and remote environments
- Must have strong teamwork and cooperation, problem solving and judgement skills.
- Ability to be flexible and take initiative.
- Ability to work well with others for extended periods of time in potentially challenging conditions.
- Strong tact and diplomacy.
- Strong work ethic and reliability.
PAY GRADE: Starting at $25.98 / hour
Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
In accordance with Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act and pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights code, it is TteS Policy to practice preferential hiring for Aboriginal peoples. Candidates who wish to qualify for preferential consideration must self-identify.
Deadline for the Job posting is September 25th, 2026 @ 2 pm
Submit Job Application Form, cover letter, resume, and references
online: https://tkemlups.ca/employment/
or at our Human Resources office #320 Chief Alex Thomas Way.
Office Hours are Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm &
closed for lunch from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
We require each applicant to fill out
an online application form which can be found at: https://tkemlups.ca/employment/
Any late submissions or submissions without the job application form will not be considered.
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Responsibilities
Assist with archaeological field operations, including surveys, shovel testing, monitoring, and data recovery, while representing the organization on cultural resource management projects. Record field observations and waypoints, help maintain equipment and vehicles, submit accurate time and expense records, and follow safety and confidentiality policies.
Requirements
Applicants should have relevant education, training, or outdoor field experience and must hold Level 1 First Aid or be willing to obtain it. A valid BC Class 5 driver's licence, reliable transportation, a clean driving record, physical fitness, navigation ability, and strong communication and teamwork skills are required; cultural resource management experience and several safety or outdoor certifications are assets.
Skills
- Archaeological Survey
- Shovel Testing
- Archaeological Monitoring
- Data Recovery
- Field Notes and Data Collection
- Orienteering and Navigation
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Judgment
- Flexibility
- Initiative
- Tact and Diplomacy
- Physical Fitness
- Field Equipment Preparation
- Time and Expense Reporting
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Science & Research
- Government & Public Sector
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Archaeology
- Cultural Resource Management
- Archaeological Surveys
- Pedestrian Survey
- Shovel Testing
- Archaeological Monitoring
- Data Recovery
- Fieldwork
- Field Notes
- Waypoints
- Cultural Site Conservation
- First Aid Level 1
- BC Class 5 Driver's Licence
- Clean Driver Abstract
- Bear Awareness
- ATV/UTV Training
- S100
- H2S Alive
- Outdoor Survival
- Orienteering
- Field Equipment
- Fleet Vehicles
- Time Sheets
- Labor, Equipment, Material Time Tickets
- Workplace Safety
- Secwepemc Culture