What is a registered surveyor and how to become one

Key steps to become a registered surveyor

1. Explore registered surveyor education requirements

   Most common registered surveyor degrees

   Bachelor's

   50.0 %

   Associate

   50.0 %

2. Start to develop specific registered surveyor skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Data Collectors	100.00%

3. Complete relevant registered surveyor training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 2-4 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New registered surveyors learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a registered surveyor based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real registered surveyor resumes.

4. Research registered surveyor duties and responsibilities

   • Research utility services via GIS computer system and reference library and mark relevant utilities in specify construction areas.
   • Develop new data from photogrammetric records.

5. Apply for registered surveyor jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a registered surveyor job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams