Surveyors in Oregon
Surveyors measure and map land, marking property boundaries and collecting data on terrain, elevation, and location for construction, engineering, and legal purposes. They work outdoors on job sites and in offices, using specialized instruments and software to produce detailed records that guide development and establish property lines. In Oregon the median pay is $97,070 a year, 29% above the national median of $75,440.
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Who is hiring in Oregon
Openings in Oregon and remote
- Land Surveyor · U.S. Army Corps of Engineers · Portland, Oregon · $96443–$125378
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What it takes
Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold an associate degree.
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Surveyors.
Licenses and training in Oregon
Surveyors pay in other states
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O*NET-SOC 17-1022.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Oregon, annual.