Offshore Surveyor

Company: T. Baker Smith
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Description Offshore Marine Surveyor Position Location: South Louisiana / Texas T. Baker Smith is searching for a highly capable Offshore Surveyor to join our marine solutions team. This position will be to demonstrate abilities in installing, calibrating, and operating positioning and attitude sensors for the real-time determination of positions for vessels and other survey platforms, on and below the water. Your Opportunity: Positioning will range from a final position report on a rig move to complex construction projects integrating data and information from several project vessels and construction phases. Install and operate the survey positioning and navigation equipment, ancillary equipment, and software. Responsible for obtaining and checking the required geodetic parameters in which the survey is to be performed. Quality control of positioning and logging of geospatial data for subsequent processing and reporting. Calibrate the survey positioning equipment, gyro compass and tracking equipment prior to the commencement of a survey. Document such calibrations according to the quality procedures. Maintain a detailed survey log of events, including line logs, and other logs as directed. Compile navigation records for the survey report and its appendices. Gather the survey line database and ensure the survey vessel is navigated along the predetermined survey lines within the required tolerance and accuracy. Desired Qualifications: Minimum of 2 proven years of experience working with Bottom Scanning Sonar, GPS, and Positioning software. This position requires individuals who are prepared and able to spend long periods of time offshore and away from home (ability to travel and work shifts aboard a vessel, 24-hour call): Offshore trips can vary from a few days in the case of a rig move or inshore survey to four to six weeks for long term geophysical or construction activities Capable of working unsupervised and on their own initiative on occasions, making good judgment decisions, reliable with a positive attitude. Strong commitment to personal safety and the safety of others. Regular completion of safety training courses and medical assessments is a mandatory requirement. 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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