Description
Technical occupations in geomatics include aerial survey, remote sensing, geographic information systems, cartographic and photogrammetric technologists and technicians, who gather, analyze, interpret and use geospatial information for applications in natural resources, geology, environmental research and land use planning. Meteorological technologists and technicians observe weather and atmospheric conditions, record, interpret, transmit and report on meteorological data, and provide weather information to the agricultural, natural resources and transportation industries and the public. Geomatics technologists and technicians are employed by all levels of government, utilities, mapping, computer software, forestry, architectural, engineering and consulting firms and other related establishments. Meteorological technologists and technicians are employed by all levels of government, the media, natural resources, utilities and transportation companies and consulting firms.
Job Titles
- Map editor
- Mapping technician
Main Duties
- Plan map content, format and design and compile required data from aerial photographs, survey notes, records, reports and other maps
- Generate maps and related graphs and charts using digital mapping techniques, computer interactive graphics, computer-assisted design and drafting (CAD) software, traditional drafting methods and computer or traditional scribing tools
- Inspect final compositions to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Workplaces
- All levels of government
- Architectural firms
- Computer software firms
- Engineering firms
- Forestry and other natural resources companies
- Mapping firms
- Scientific and other consulting firms and establishments
- Utilities companies
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Decision Making
- Digital Literacy
- Digital Production
- Evaluation
Abilities
- Near Vision
- Pattern Identification
- Arm-Hand Steadiness
- Categorization Flexibility
- Deductive Reasoning
Personal Attributes
- Adaptability
- Analytical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration
- Active Learning
Similar Occupations
- Land survey technologists and technicians (22213)
- Land use technician; Urban planning technician (in 22300.02 Civil engineering technicians)
Source: OaSIS
Employment Outlook
The employment outlook will be Limited for technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology (NOC 22214) in Prince Edward Island for the 2025-2027 period.
The following factors contributed to this outlook:
- Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.
- Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
- There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
Here are some key facts about technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology in Prince Edward Island:
- Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
- Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology mainly work in the following sectors:
- Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 87%
- Forestry and logging (NAICS 113, 1153): 13%
- The gender distribution of people in this occupation is:
- Men: 50% compared to 51% for all occupations
- Women: 50% compared to 49% for all occupations
- The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is:
- no high school diploma: n/a
- high school diploma or equivalent: 33% compared to 28% for all occupations
- apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a
- college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor’s: 33% compared to 25% for all occupations
- bachelor’s degree: n/a
- university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 33% compared to 8% for all occupations
Source: Job Bank
Prevailing Wages
| AREA | LOW | MEDIAN | HIGH |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEI | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Canada | $23.08 | $38.10 | $53.85 |
Training
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