Surveying Worker
そくりょうさぎょういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job at construction sites and civil engineering works that uses surveying instruments to measure the topography and positions/heights of structures, and records and organizes the data.
Description
Surveying workers use total stations, GNSS surveying equipment, levels, tape measures, etc., to measure the positions and heights of local terrain and structures. They record data in field books, install and confirm benchmarks and control points, perform stakeout and marking, organize and process obtained data (using CAD, Excel, etc.), and provide information necessary for design drawings and construction management. They are required to respond to changes in weather and terrain conditions, and teamwork is essential.
Future Outlook
Demand for infrastructure development is stable, and with the introduction of ICT surveying and drone surveying advancing, acquisition of new technologies is required. Demand for skilled workers is high, but labor shortages are an issue.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Concentration / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Full-Time / Site-Based / Transfers and Business Trips / Work Interruptions Due to Weather
Career Path
Assistant (Helper) → Surveying Worker → Senior Surveying Worker → Assistant Surveying Technician → Surveying Technician → Surveyor → Project Manager
Required Skills
Field Book Recording / GNSS Surveying Equipment Operation / Surveying (Level Measurement) / Surveying Instrument Setup / Total Station Operation
Recommended Skills
Data Processing / Drawing Creation (AutoCAD) / Drone Surveying / GIS Software Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors on the order of millimeters can affect construction quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | It is necessary to accurately perform calculations and corrections of measurement values. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is needed to endure long hours of outdoor work and transporting equipment. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Surveying work mostly follows procedures, so creativity is not highly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Assistant Surveyor
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