Hydrographic Surveyor — Dredge Ops (Liveaboard)

Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel Co.; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401k plan

Job summary

Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel Co. is seeking a dynamic hydrographic surveyor to operate and maintain a survey vessel along the Mississippi River and tributaries.

You will conduct hydrographic surveys, calibrate GPS and sonar devices, and use Hypack and RMS to deliver precise data while following safety standards. The role requires excellent communication, math, and time management skills, plus willingness to live aboard the dredge Wallace McGeorge for two weeks on and one week off.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years' hydrographical surveying experience or related degree/certification.
• Willing to live onboard the dredge for 2 weeks on and 1 week off.
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate GPS, ladder sensor and hydrographic sounding devices for accurate dredge surveys.
• Perform calibration checks and monitor equipment.
• Manage survey vessel, equipment and electronics.
• Proficiently use Hypack and RMS software.
• Coordinate with COE for dredging orders and data.
• Prepare daily reports and other required communications.
• Maintain project plans and safety standards.
• Promote site safety and assist team development.
• Serve as alternate SSHO when needed.

Skills

Marine navigation systems

Oral and written communication

Mathematics proficiency

Time management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Safety awareness

OSHA 30 knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

2-year computer science degree

Degree or certification in surveying

Tools

Hypack

RMS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Pine Bluff Sand & Gravel Co. is seeking a dynamic hydrographic surveyor to operate and maintain a survey vessel along the Mississippi River and tributaries.

You will conduct hydrographic surveys, calibrate GPS and sonar devices, and use Hypack and RMS to deliver precise data while following safety standards. The role requires excellent communication, math, and time management skills, plus willingness to live aboard the dredge Wallace McGeorge for two weeks on and one week off.