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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.



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$47.1k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most occupations in this zone require training in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.


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Typical Job Titles

Engineering Technician

Mapping Technician

Photogrammetric Technician

Survey Technician

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