Survey Helper

Louisiana Bridge Builders; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick time

Job summary

Louisiana Bridge Builders is seeking a Survey Helper in Lake Charles, LA to support survey crews in measuring land boundaries, construction layouts, and critical site elements. You will handle surveying instruments, mark points, and assist with field tasks on a major bridge project.

The role requires a high school diploma and 1+ years of survey experience on civil construction, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 1+ years survey experience on a civil construction project.
• Valid and current driver’s license required.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office and basic computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist survey crews by performing field tasks and supporting surveyors.
• Transport and set up surveying instruments (GPS units, total stations, levels).
• Hold equipment and markers to measure distances, elevations, and angles.
• Mark boundaries and project points with stakes or markers as instructed.
• Maintain and care for surveying gear and keep work areas clean and safe.
• Follow safety protocols and cooperate with licensed surveyors on site.
• Collaborate with team members and other crew on projects as needed.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Driver's license

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

GPS units

Total stations

Levels

Measuring tapes

Job description

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Survey Helper

Technical - Survey Full Time Manual Labor Lake Charles, LA, US

Louisiana Bridge Builders (“LBB”) is designing and building the new I-10 Calcasieu River Bridge in Lake Charles, Louisiana (USA) for the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LADOTD). LBB will also be responsible for the reconstruction of interstate highway, various structures, ramps, and approaches for a 5.5 mile stretch between I-210 West End and Ryan Street.

• Louisiana Bridge Builders offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance where relocation is required and approved, medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time, and more.

Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.

POSITION PURPOSE/SUMMARY

The Survey Helper is committed to supporting Louisiana Bridge Builders by assisting survey crews in measuring and marking land boundaries, construction layouts, and other essential site elements.

LOCATION

This position is based in Lake Charles, LA.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in conducting land or building surveys by supporting surveyors with various field tasks.
• Transport surveying instruments such as levels, total stations, GPS units, and Levels.
• Hold equipment, including stadia rods, measuring tapes, or prisms at designated points to help measure distances, elevations, and angles accurately.
• Mark distances and place stakes or survey markers according to surveyor instructions to delineate boundaries or project points.
• Clear survey areas from vegetation or debris to ensure accurate measurements and equipment setup.
• Maintain and care for surveying equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and site instructions, working under the supervision of licensed surveyors or party chiefs to ensure accuracy and safety throughout fieldwork.
• Collaborate and coordinate with survey teams, possibly assisting multiple surveyors and other crew members during projects.
• Performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, & SKILLS FOR SUCCESS

• Effectively communicate in a positive and professional manner through written and verbal communications in all interfaces with customers/public, fellow employees, vendors, etc.
• Ability to use appropriate computer programs (including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite) which includes having proficient computer skills and the ability to adapt and learn as programs and processes change.
• Ability to work as a team member and exert initiative to work independently to reach a goal.
• Ability to embrace change in the workplace while encouraging others to seek innovative approaches.
• Ability to function effectively as a team player and collaborator.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule, overtime,additional and/or different hours, including but not limited to nights, weekends, and/or holidays, as needed, to best serve the business operations.
• Ability to maintain a current and valid driver’s license.

QUALIFICATIONS

At a minimum, the Survey Helper must have a high school diploma, or equivalent, along with 1+ years of relevant survey experience on a civil construction project and a valid and current driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Select one the following for the each of the items listed below:

• N (Not Applicable) – Activity is not applicable to this occupation.
• O (Occasionally) – Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time or 0 – 2.5+ hours/day.
• F (Frequently) – Occupation requires this activity from 33%–66% of the time or 2.5–5.5+ hours/day.
• C (Constantly) – Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time or 5.5+ hours/day.

Louisiana Bridge Builders is an equal opportunity employer.