Is being a surveying technician a good fit for you?
Measures land and collects data for maps and building projects, usually working with surveyors and engineers.
What the work involves
- Sets out and collects survey stakes and markers.
- Searches for boundary corners, property markers and survey points.
- Calculates positions, angles and areas for making maps from survey notes.
- Enters satellite positioning data, deeds and field notes into mapping software to make maps and drawings.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
How much training it needs
Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
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