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$58,020
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Surveyors make precise measurements to determine property boundaries. They provide data relevant to the shape and contour of the Earth’s surface for engineering, mapmaking, and construction projects.
DutiesSurveyors typically do the following:
Surveyors provide documentation of legal property lines and help determine the exact locations of real estate and construction projects. For example, when a house or commercial building is bought or sold, it may need to be surveyed to prevent boundary disputes. During construction, surveyors determine the precise location of roads or buildings and proper depths for building foundations. The survey also shows changes to the property line and indicates potential restrictions on the property, such as what can be built on it and how large the structure can be.
When taking measurements in the field, surveyors make use of the Global Positioning System (GPS), a system of satellites that locates reference points with a high degree of precision. Surveyors use handheld GPS units and robotic total stations to collect relevant information about the terrain they are surveying. (Robotic total stations use laser systems and GPS to automatically calculate distances between boundaries and geological features of the survey area.) Data is then loaded into a computer, where surveyors interpret and verify the results.
Surveyors also use Geographic Information Systems (GIS)—technology that allows surveyors to present spatial information visually as maps, reports, and charts. For example, a surveyor can overlay aerial or satellite images with GIS data, such as tree density in a given region, and create digital maps. They then use the results to advise governments and businesses on where to plan homes, roads, and landfills.
Although advances in surveying technology now allow many jobs to be performed by just one surveyor, they also may work with the help of a crew. The crew may consist of a licensed surveyor and trained survey technicians. The person in charge of the crew, known as the party chief, may be either a surveyor or a senior surveying technician. The party chief leads day-to-day work activities.
Surveyors may be involved in settling boundary disputes. When property is sold or new construction takes place, such as the building of a fence, issues may arise because of outdated records or the misinterpretation of available records. A surveyor can be called in to settle the dispute, and may provide testimony in court if the involved parties do not come to an agreement.
Surveyors also work with civil engineers, landscape architects, and urban and regional planners to develop comprehensive design documents.
Some surveyors work in specialty fields to survey particular characteristics of the Earth.
The following are two types of surveyors:
Geodetic surveyors use high-accuracy technology, including aerial and satellite observations, to measure large areas of the Earth’s surface.
Marine or hydrographic surveyors survey harbors, rivers, and other bodies of water to determine shorelines, the topography of the floor, water depth, and other features.
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Surveyors typically need a bachelor’s degree. They must be licensed before they can certify legal documents and provide surveying services to the public.
EducationSurveyors typically need a bachelor’s degree because they work with sophisticated technology and math. Some colleges and universities offer bachelor’s degree programs specifically designed to prepare students to become licensed surveyors. A bachelor’s degree in a closely related field, such as civil engineering or forestry, is sometimes acceptable as well.
Many states require individuals who want to become licensed surveyors to have a bachelor’s degree from a school accredited by ABET and approximately 4 years of work experience under a licensed surveyor. In other states, an associate’s degree in surveying, coupled with more years of work experience under a licensed surveyor, may be sufficient. Most states also have continuing education requirements.
Work Experience in a Related OccupationCandidates with significant work experience as a survey technician can become licensed surveyors. To receive credit for this experience, candidates must work under a licensed surveyor. Many surveying technicians become licensed surveyors after working for as many as 10 years in the field of surveying. The amount of work experience required varies by state.
Licenses, Certifications, and RegistrationsAll 50 states and the District of Columbia require surveyors to be licensed before they can certify legal documents that show property lines or determine proper markings on construction projects. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree must usually work for several years under the direction of a licensed surveyor in order to qualify for licensure.
Although the process of obtaining a license varies by state, the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying has a generalized process of four steps:
Communication skills. Surveyors must provide clear instructions to team members, clients, and government officials. They also must be able to receive instructions from architects and construction managers, and explain the job’s progress to developers, lawyers, financiers, and government authorities.
Detail oriented. Surveyors must work with precision and accuracy because they produce legally binding documents.
Physical stamina. Surveyors traditionally work outdoors, often in rugged terrain. They must be able to walk long distances for long periods.
Problem-solving skills. Surveyors must figure out discrepancies between documents showing property lines and current conditions on the land. If there were changes in previous years, they must discover the reason behind them and reestablish property lines.
Time-management skills. Surveyors must be able to effectively plan their time and their team members’ time on the job. This is critical when pressing deadlines exist or while working outside during winter months when daylight hours are short.
Visualization skills. Surveyors must be able to envision new buildings and altered terrain.
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Average Length of Employment | |
Professional Land Surveyor
7.6 years
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Survey Party Chief
6.0 years
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Survey Crew Chief
5.3 years
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Party Chief
5.2 years
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Survey Director
4.1 years
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Survey Manager
4.0 years
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Survey Project Manager
4.0 years
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Instrument Operator
3.2 years
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Survey Workers Supervisor
2.8 years
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Top Employers Before | |
Surveyor
22.8%
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Party Chief
15.3%
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Instrument Person
15.3%
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Instrument Operator
6.0%
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Survey Crew Chief
4.3%
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Field Engineer
4.0%
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Rodman
3.8%
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Land Surveyor
3.6%
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Survey Manager
2.7%
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Owner
2.5%
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Crew Chief
2.3%
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Survey Engineer
1.9%
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Project Manager
1.8%
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Survey Crew Member
1.6%
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Engineer
1.5%
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Top Employers After | |
Surveyor
18.6%
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Party Chief
13.6%
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Field Engineer
7.2%
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Survey Manager
6.4%
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Survey Crew Chief
5.5%
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Project Manager
4.7%
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Land Surveyor
4.6%
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Instrument Person
4.4%
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Instrument Operator
4.0%
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Owner
3.4%
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Survey Coordinator
3.1%
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Supervisor
2.7%
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Crew Chief
2.4%
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Field Supervisor
2.0%
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Coordinator
1.6%
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Gender | |
Male 93.8% |
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Female 4.2% |
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Unknown 1.9% |
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Ethnicity | |
White 81.1% |
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Hispanic or Latino 10.4% |
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Asian 5.6% |
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Unknown 2.2% |
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Black or African American 0.6% |
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Languages Spoken | |
Spanish 47.8% |
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French 8.7% |
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Dakota 8.7% |
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Russian 8.7% |
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Berber 4.3% |
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Filipino 4.3% |
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Norwegian 4.3% |
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German 4.3% |
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Serbian 4.3% |
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Arabic 4.3% |
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Schools | |
Texas A&M University 10.6% |
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Ferris State University 7.1% |
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Pennsylvania State University 7.1% |
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Oregon Institute of Technology 5.9% |
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University of Wyoming 5.9% |
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Ashford University 4.7% |
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West Virginia University Institute of Technology 4.7% |
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West Virginia University 4.7% |
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Old Dominion University 4.7% |
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Community College of the Air Force 4.7% |
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Northeastern University 4.7% |
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University of Arizona 4.7% |
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Mississippi State University 4.7% |
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University of Alaska Anchorage 4.7% |
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Brevard Community College 3.5% |
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Tennessee State University 3.5% |
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Ohio State University 3.5% |
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Everest College - Phoenix 3.5% |
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University of Akron 3.5% |
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California State University - Fresno 3.5% |
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Majors | |
Surveying, Mapping, And Hydraulic Technologies 20.4% |
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Civil Engineering 14.0% |
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Business 7.1% |
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Engineering 6.4% |
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Natural Resources Management 6.2% |
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Drafting And Design 6.2% |
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Civil Engineering Technologies 5.2% |
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General Studies 3.8% |
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Education 3.8% |
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Geology 3.3% |
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Computer Science 3.1% |
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Geography 3.1% |
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Construction Management 2.8% |
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Liberal Arts 2.4% |
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Surveying Engineering 2.1% |
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Criminal Justice 2.1% |
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Information Technology 2.1% |
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Mathematics 2.1% |
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Engineering Technology 1.9% |
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Automotive Technology 1.9% |
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Degrees | |
Other 42.7% |
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Bachelors 25.2% |
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Associate 17.7% |
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Certificate 6.9% |
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Diploma 3.4% |
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Masters 3.1% |
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Doctorate 0.8% |
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License 0.3% |
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Chief Surveyor | Global Geophysical Services, Inc. | Ardmore, OK | Sep 09, 2013 | $71,000 |
Field Survey Manager/Senior Party Chief | Mumford & Miller Concrete, Inc. | Middletown, DE | Jan 08, 2016 | $67,600 |
Chief of Surveys | A-Del Construction Co., Inc. | Newark, DE | Jul 26, 2010 | $67,000 - $72,000 |
Chief of Surveys | A-Del Construction Co., Inc. | Newark, DE | Jul 26, 2010 | $65,000 - $70,000 |
Surveyor-Party Chief | Knife River Corporation-South | Bryan, TX | Sep 05, 2010 | $65,000 |
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