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Surveying / Mapping Technician

Engineering
Civil Engineering Technicians
Surveying / Mapping Technician

Perform surveying and mapping duties, usually under the direction of an engineer, surveyor, cartographer, or photogrammetrist, to obtain data used for construction, mapmaking, boundary location, mining, or other purposes. May calculate mapmaking information and create maps from source data, such as surveying notes, aerial photography, satellite data, or other maps to show topographical features, political boundaries, and other features. May verify accuracy and completeness of maps.

At a Glance

Surveying / Mapping Technician earns an average of $42,798/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 3 years. Top skills: Surveying, Valid Driver's License, Leadership.

Avg Annual Salary

$42,798/yr

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree

Experience

3 years

Job Postings

2

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Surveying and Mapping Technicians

Bright Outlook

Median Wage

$51,940/yr

Growth (2024-34)

+4.5%

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (22)

Surveying

5.0

Cartography

4.8

Physical Geography

4.8

Aerial Photography

4.7

Survey Methodologies

4.7

Performance Review

4.6

Error Analysis (Numerical Analysis)

4.5

Computer Networks

4.5

Photogrammetry

4.4

Remote Sensing

4.3

Geometry

4.3

ArcGIS (GIS Software)

4.2

Field Notes

4.1

Calibration

4.0

Data Collection

4.0

Rain Gutters

3.9

Geographic Information Systems

3.9

Field Surveys

3.8

Calculations

3.8

Encryption

3.7

Erdas Imagine

3.7

Instrumentation

3.6

Common Skills (6)

Leadership

4.9

Management

4.6

Memos

4.2

Verbal Communication Skills

3.6

Certifications (2)

Valid Driver's License

5.0

Security Clearance

3.5

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