Engineering Aide jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Survey Aide

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.

Your Opportunity:

• 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:

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

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is generally outdoors and is exposed to the weather. Associates 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.