Summary Report for:
17-3031.00 - Surveying and Mapping Technicians
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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Credentials | Wages & Employment | Job Openings | Additional Information
Credentials
Wages & Employment Trends
| Median wages (2016) | $20.41 hourly, $42,450 annual |
| State wages | 
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| Employment (2014) | 57,000 employees |
| Projected growth (2014-2024) | 
Decline (-2% or lower)
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| Projected job openings (2014-2024) | 6,500 |
| State trends | 
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| Top industries (2014) | |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2016 wage data
and 2014-2024 employment projections
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"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2014-2024). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
Sources of Additional Information
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- Surveying and mapping technicians
. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition.
