Video Source:
Surveying Technicians
Job Information
Adjust and operate surveying instruments, such as the theodolite and electronic distance-measuring equipment, and compile notes, make sketches and enter data into computers.
Information
- About 7 out of 10 jobs were in architectural, engineering, and related services.
- Employment is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations.
- Surveyors, cartographers, and photogrammetrists who have a bachelor's degree and strong technical skills should have favorable job prospects.
Statistics
 |
Personality | I'm hands on |
 |
Salary | $39,350/yr ($19.68/hr) |
 |
Job Outlook | Average |
 |
Education | High School diploma |