Job Type: Full-time, Hourly
Work Location(s): Prince George, Fort St. James, or Fort St. John, BC
Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
Salary Range: $35.60 to $43.80
Ecofor Consulting Ltd. is a natural and cultural resource management company, with offices in British Columbia, the Yukon, Alberta, and Nova Scotia. Founded in 1996, Ecofor has steadily grown to meet the demands of our clients who include private contractors, developers, landowners, government agencies, First Nations, and Indigenous organizations.
Our team provides expertise in a broad range of disciplines in the biological, environmental, and social sciences. We specialize in fisheries, wildlife, aquatic and terrestrial resources, environmental management, archaeology and cultural resources, land use planning, ground penetrating radar, and forestry.
For more information about us, including our projects, please visit ecofor.ca.
As a Laboratory Archaeologist, you will oversee the processing, analysis, and cataloging of archaeological materials, ensuring work meets professional and regulatory standards. The role supports field archaeologists, project managers, and permit holding archaeologists by maintaining efficient lab workflows, high-quality data management, and consistent treatment of archaeological materials. Collaboration with management, First Nations partners, and other stakeholders will be important to maintaining professional, cultural, and safety standards. This role will be an office- and field-based position, whereby time is split between executing laboratory responsibilities and working as a field archaeologist, depending on project needs.
Our ideal candidate has three to five years of experience in archaeological laboratories or cultural resource management, with strong skills in artifact processing, cataloging, and analysis. You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills will be key to your success in this role. You will help maintain lab standards, ensure accuracy, and support junior staff through mentorship and guidance. Familiarity with cultural heritage legislation and digital cataloguing tools is an asset. This role requires a bachelor’s degree in archaeology, anthropology, or a related field.
Position requires: Criminal Record Check, Valid Driver’s License
Language Requirement: Fluent in English
You don’t need to meet every listed qualification to make a meaningful impact on our team. If the opportunity at Ecofor excites you and you’re inspired by what we do, we encourage you to apply, we’d love to hear from you.
Lastly, you will be joining us with the passion to contribute and believe in the work that we do.
At Ecofor, we know that our people are our greatest strength. That’s why we’re committed to a total rewards philosophy that goes beyond competitive pay.
When you join Ecofor you can expect:
Wage Range: This is an Hourly position with a target hiring range of $35.60 to $43.60 per hour. Final placement within this range will typically be between the minimum and midpoint and is determined based on each candidate’s unique combination of skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. We also consider factors such as market conditions and internal equity to support fair and transparent compensation practices.
Location: The successful candidates must reside in or be willing to move to one of the locations
mentioned above
Ecofor’s mission is to create lasting value beyond individual projects by building trusted partnerships rooted in professionalism, efficiency and integrity. Centering people in everything we do, we help enrich communities and protect the environment for generations to come.
We are a safety-first company. We are committed to creating and maintaining a safe work environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Ecofor values diversity and will consider all applicants for employment without attention to race, religion, age, gender identity, nationality, or sexual orientation.
We respectfully recognize and acknowledge the relationships that First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada have with the land all Canadians live on and enjoy.
It is such an honor to be able to visually narrate Ecofor Consulting’s beautifully inspiring and motivating stories, as well as a unique adventurous experience that was unforgettable! Take a look at this amazing episode where the owner of Ecofor, Kevin Wilson, takes us on outdoor exploration and tells us what he had to do to achieve their goal of success: https://youtu.be/v4k0Dsnws-8
If our values resonate with you — apply today!
Please apply online at ecofor.ca/careers or send your resume and cover letter to careers@ecofor.ca by March 29, 2026. Please include the Job ID number(s) you are applying for in your cover letter/ resume. We wish to thank everyone for their interest in Ecofor; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Ecofor is committed to providing accessible and inclusive processes throughout the application and selection phases. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to our Human Resources team at hr@ecofor.ca. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
