Land Surveyor
There’s Opportunity in Applied Technology. Do You Have What It Takes to Thrive?
Land surveyors work at the intersection of land, math, and technology. They spend their days outdoors marking property lines, measuring slopes and distances, and recording the features of a site with precision. One day might involve hiking across open fields, the next setting up high-tech equipment in a growing neighborhood. Surveyors use tools like GPS systems, laser rangefinders, and mapping software to turn raw data into information that builders and planners rely on. If you enjoy working outside, solving real-world puzzles, and helping shape the places where people live and work, surveying offers a rewarding career path.
Do you have these skills? You may be a great match for this position.
Land surveyors rely on focus and spatial awareness to capture precise field measurements. Strong communication skills help them collaborate with teams and clearly translate technical data into information others can act on.
What can I expect to earn?
New workers start around $39,868. Normal pay is $61,767 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to $107,977. (source: Lightcast, 2026)
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Geospatial Engineering Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)
Degree Type
Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)
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Bastrop, Caldwell, Hays, Travis, Williamson Counties
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