Hard Skills
Entry-levelSurvey Equipment OperationThe ability to correctly set up, hold, and move surveying equipment such as prisms, GPS units, and leveling rods to assist the lead surveyor.
Entry-levelSite Marking and StakingThe process of placing wooden stakes, hubs, or nails at specific coordinates identified by the surveyor to define construction or property lines.
IntermediateField Safety and Traffic ControlApplying safety measures such as setting up warning signs, cones, and wearing high-visibility gear when surveying near active roadways or construction sites.
Soft Skills
EssentialPhysical Stamina and EnduranceThe capacity to perform demanding physical labor, carry heavy equipment, and walk long distances over uneven terrain in various weather conditions.
IntermediateDistance and Angle CommunicationUsing standardized hand signals and two-way radio protocols to relay measurement instructions between the instrument operator and the rod person.