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Survey Instrument Operator

Join T. Baker Smith: Be Part of Something Extraordinary
Prairieville, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026
Job Title
Survey Instrument Operator
Job Type
Full-time
Location
Baton Rouge - Prairieville, LA 70769 US (Primary)
Category
Associate
Education
High School
Job Description

Instrument Operator

T. Baker Smith, LLC is seeking a Land Survey Instrument Operator to who specialize in field operations. This position will be primarily responsible for assisting the party chief in operation of field survey personnel and obtaining field survey data.

Your Opportunity:

  • Work with experience Party Chiefs to review project requirements.
  • Advancement and training opportunities available.
  • Operate necessary survey instruments to fulfill project requirements.
  • Participate in daily job safety analysis and tailgate meetings.
  • Gather necessary equipment and supplies to fulfill project requirements.
  • Compile notes, sketches, and records of survey data obtained.
  • Opportunity to train survey aides to operate survey instruments.
  • Complete safety observation, incident reports as required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients in the field.
  • Assist in scheduling routine maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment.

 

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

  • High school diploma OR its equivalent
  • Minimum of one-year related work experience.
  • Ability to operate electronic distance measuring equipment and other land surveying instruments, boats, airboats, GPS, all-terrain vehicles, and other equipment necessary to obtain survey data.
  • Attention to detail, accuracy, and excellent interpersonal communication skills.

 

Physical/Environment 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, 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.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is generally outdoors and is exposed to the weather. Associate does ride in a boat and is 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.

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