Job Description

Parslow Heritage Consultancy provides archaeological and cultural heritage services to private, municipal and provincial developers in Ontario. We are a team of professionals who live by our motto: "Do good work, provide exceptional client service, support cultural stewardship and we all profit!"

Parslow Heritage Consultancy is hiring field technicians for the upcoming 2026 field season. This is a physically demanding, outdoor role that supports archaeological investigations alongside community stakeholders and Indigenous field representatives. The work involves extensive manual labour, long days in the field, and working in a wide range of weather and terrain conditions.

This role is best suited for people with experience in construction, landscaping, environmental fieldwork, or other physically intensive outdoor work who are interested in contributing to archaeological projects. Formal archaeological education is welcome, but practical field experience, work ethic, and resilience in outdoor conditions are essential.

Positions are open for those in or near Port Colborne. Come join the team at one of Ontario's fastest growing CRM companies!

What we offer

Competitive compensation 4-day work weeks (shift scheduled Monday-Thursday) Full-time position 37.5 hours per week Seasonal contract (April to December) Opportunity for career growth and learning opportunities

As a Field Technician, you will:

Participate in archaeological surveys, assessments, and excavations under the supervision of the Field Director. Perform manual excavation tasks, including digging, shoveling, troweling, screening soil, and backfilling. Repeatedly bend, kneel, stand, lift, and work at ground level for extended periods. Lift, carry and move materials and soil up to 50 lbs. Walk, hike, and trek up to 20km per day across uneven terrain. Work outdoors in heat, rain, wind, and variable weather conditions. Collect and screen soil samples according to field protocols Participate and contribute to a positive and collaborative working environment. Work alongside community stakeholders and Indigenous field representatives Engage with local communities and educating them about the significance of archaeological work Promote a respectful and culturally sensitive approach when interacting with community members Gain a better understanding of Ontario's history, and the consulting archaeology industry in Ontario Work in a variety of locations across Ontario

Skills and Qualifications:

Previous experience in physically demanding outdoor work (construction, landscaping, environmental fieldwork, or similar) is a strong asset. Archaeological education (degree or field school completed or in progress) is welcome but not required for candidates with relevant field experience. Physically fit and willing to perform repetitive manual labour, including kneeling, bending, shovelling, lifting, and long periods of standing and walking Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and carry 20lbs repeatedly. Comfortable working long field days in rough terrain and changing weather conditions Ability to travel and hotel overnight (double occupancy). Per Diem will be provided Ability to convene at rallying points for transportation to/from site

Personal Traits

Excellent communication skills Proven ability to work well in a team environment Self-motivated with a keen interest in archaeology Commitment to full time hours for the duration of the contract
PHC is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable local, Provincial, and Federal fair employment practices laws. The company gives equal opportunity and consideration to all employees and applicants.

We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

PHC Inc. provides competitive remuneration based on experience. Please be advised that LIUNA has been certified by the Ontario Labour Relations Board to bargain on behalf of persons in the above noted positions. The parties will be entering into bargaining and any candidate who is hired into the aforementioned roles will be kept informed of any changes to the terms and conditions of their employment as a result of that process.

Job Types: Full-time, Seasonal

Pay: $23.88-$24.60 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Work Location: In person