Surveyors
O*NET-SOC 17-1022.00 · interest code CRI
Make exact measurements and determine property boundaries. Provide data relevant to the shape, contour, gravitation, location, elevation, or dimension of land or land features on or near the earth's surface for engineering, mapmaking, mining, land evaluation, construction, and other purposes.
How this work is wired
O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Conventional — order and accuracy — records, systems, standards, detail held reliably — then Realistic and Investigative.
Preparation typically needed
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation — usually a four-year degree plus experience.