Typical Tasks
Calculate the exact horizontal and vertical position of points on the Earth's surface.
Read current literature, talk with colleagues, continue education, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in technology, equipment, or systems.
Review existing standards, controls, or equipment used, recommending changes or upgrades as needed.
Analyze control or survey data to ensure adherence to project specifications or land survey standards.
Assess the quality of control data to determine the need for additional survey data for engineering, construction, or other projects.
A day in the life
What kind of work is this?
Realistic
Practical, Physical Work
Conventional
Organized, Procedural Work
Investigative
Studying, Research based work
What personality traits do you need to succeed?
Attention to Detail
Integrity
Analytical Thinking
Dependability
Cooperation
Persistence
What key skills are needed for this job?
Mathematics
Reading Comprehension
Critical Thinking
Active Listening
Complex Problem Solving
Writing
Expected Knowledge
Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
Geography
Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.
Common Activities
Working with Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
