Survey Aide

T Baker Smith, LLC.; Prairieville (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Survey Aide, where your contributions will help shape the future of community development. In this role, you will work closely with experienced professionals, assisting in field survey projects while ensuring safety and efficiency. This position offers a unique opportunity to work outdoors, tackle challenges in diverse environments, and contribute to impactful projects. If you are detail-oriented, enjoy working in a team, and are eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating survey instruments and compiling survey data.
• Participate in daily safety meetings and communicate with the field lead.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree

Tools

Survey instruments

Job description

A career at TBS is a journey of empowerment, where innovation drives growth and a commitment to community shapes a better world. Explore opportunities to be part of our mission and build a rewarding future.

Job Title: Survey Aide

Job Type: Full-time

Location: Baton Rouge - Prairieville, LA 70769 US (Primary)
Covington - Covington, LA 70433 US

Category: Drafting and Design

Education: Associate Degree

Job Description

T. Baker Smith is seeking motivated Survey Aides to join our teams and work under the direction of the Party Chief to complete the crew’s assigned field survey projects.

• Assist in operating necessary survey instruments to fulfill project requirements.
• Assist in compiling notes, sketches, and records of survey data obtained.
• Gather necessary equipment and supplies to fulfill project requirements.
• Review project requirements with the party chief.
• Participate in daily job safety analysis.
• Participate in daily tailgate safety meetings.
• Communicate with field operations lead on daily crew assignments.
• Complete safety observation report as required.
• Report incidents to the appropriate personnel.
• Complete incident report as required.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with clients in the field.
• Perform work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Monitor work conditions and responsibly use stop work authority.
• Assist in scheduling routine maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Identify and report any equipment failure on work order maintenance form.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to stand; walk long distances while carrying equipment, sometimes through rugged terrain, mud, or swamp; drive and/or ride in a boat; sit; balance, stoop, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds; use hands to operate, handle, maneuver and/or manipulate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; use manual dexterity to operate equipment; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• High school diploma OR its equivalent.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and excellent interpersonal communication skills.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is generally outdoors and is exposed to the weather. Associates ride in a boat and are frequently exposed to the noise, dust, smells, and other environmental factors present in such situations. Nights away from home are required.

Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable – and passion goes a long way. Here at TBS, we are in the business of cultivating people, and you are set up to succeed if you identify strongly with these values/behaviors: Growth Oriented; Trustworthy; Responsive; Works Hard, Smart, & Safe; Builds a Positive Team & Family Spirit; and are Enthusiastic & Energetic.

We also know that diversity of background and thought can enhance problem-solving and encourage more creative thinking, which is why we are dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team.

Our purpose is investing in people to enhance communities and that commitment has endured for over 100 years. We pride ourselves in doing this by recruiting, hiring, and retaining diverse, passionate, and forward-thinking talent. T. Baker Smith is an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to providing an inclusive and diverse environment for all associates.