Mining and Quarrying / Surveying and Mapping

Mine Surveying Technician

A mine surveying technician assists in measuring and mapping underground and surface mine sites, using specialized equipment to ensure accurate spatial data for mining operations, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Average monthly gross

6,242 CAD

5 validated salaries

Median

5,600 CAD

less sensitive to extremes

Typical range

4,602 CAD - 8,390 CAD

10th to 90th percentile

Data period

2026 - 2026

based on validated records

Canonical

Mine Surveying Technician

ISCO

3117

Language

en

Salary insights

Monthly gross salary from approved submissions and AI-generated seeds that were validated.

5 records
Clear

By seniority

Lead / Expert 5 validated salaries
6,242 CAD 4,590 CAD - 9,150 CAD

Yearly trend

6,242 CAD
2026

Top countries

Country Avg. Count
Canada 5,920 CAD 2
France 4,620 CAD 1
Switzerland 9,150 CAD 1
United Kingdom 5,600 CAD 1

Companies in data

Company Avg. Count
Nestle 9,150 CAD 1
Sage 5,600 CAD 1
Sanofi 4,620 CAD 1
Shopify 4,590 CAD 1
TD Bank 7,250 CAD 1

Top cities

No city-linked salaries yet.

How these figures are calculated

Validated records only

The page uses salaries that have been approved in the admin, including human submissions and AI-generated seeds after validation.

Typical range

The range removes the lowest and highest extremes by showing the 10th to 90th percentile.

Seniority

Seniority is inferred from years of experience: junior, mid-level, senior, then lead or expert.

Interpretation

These figures are market indicators, not guaranteed salaries. Reliability improves as more approved records are added.

Role profile

Seniority

Junior Mid Senior

Alternate titles

Mine Survey Technician Mining Survey Technician Underground Survey Technician Mine Mapping Technician

Skills

Hard skills

Surveying Total Station Operation GPS Surveying Data Collection Mine Mapping CAD Software Geospatial Analysis Measurement Techniques

Soft skills

Attention to Detail Problem Solving Communication Teamwork Safety Awareness

Tools

Total Station GPS Receiver Laser Scanner Theodolite Leveling Instrument CAD Software (e.g., AutoCAD, Surpac) GIS Software

Certifications

Certified Survey Technician (CST) Mine Safety Training (e.g., MSHA Part 48)

Employment context

Industries

Mining Quarrying Mineral Exploration Construction (Mining Infrastructure)

Company types

Mining Company Contract Surveying Firm Engineering Consulting Government Geological Survey

Work modes

On-site

Remote compatibility

Low

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