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