Summary Land Surveyor in Canada

Find key facts and figures about working as a land surveyor. The following information is applicable to all Land surveyors (NOC 21203).

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Description

Land surveyors plan, direct and conduct legal surveys to establish the location of real property boundaries, contours and other natural or human-made features, and prepare and maintain cross-sectional drawings, official plans, records and documents pertaining to these surveys. They are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments, private sector land surveying establishments, real estate development, natural resource, engineering and construction firms, or they may be self-employed.

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Requirements

University

This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

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Wages

$30.00/hour

Median wage in Canada

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Prospects

Varies

The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.

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Jobs

24 jobs

advertised in Canada

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Skills

  • Develop survey plans, methods and procedures for conducting legal surveys
  • Supervise other land surveyors and/or field crews
  • Plan, direct and supervise or conduct surveys to establish legal boundaries of properties
  • Read and interpret blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications
  • Record all measurements and other information obtained during survey activities

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