Topographic survey technician NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for topographic survey technician.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for topographic survey technician is 22213 (Land survey technologists and technicians), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
22213
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 22213 covers
Land survey technologists and technicians conduct or participate in surveys to determine the exact locations and relative positions of natural features and other structures on the earth's surface, underground and underwater. They are employed by all levels of government, architectural and engineering firms, and by private sector surveying establishments.
| Unit group | 22213 — Land survey technologists and technicians |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Natural and applied sciences and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Land survey technologists
- Assist survey engineers or professional surveyors to develop methods and procedures for conducting field surveys
- Conduct field surveys and operate survey instruments and computer equipment to measure distance, angles, elevations and contours
- Record measurements and other information obtained during field survey activities
- Determine precise geographic locations using global positioning systems (GPS) equipment
- Analyze latitude, longitude and angles and compute trigonometric and other calculations to plot features, contours and areas to a specific scale
To use NOC 22213 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 22213 →
Other job titles under NOC 22213
- Engineering survey technologist
- Geodetic survey technologist
- Land survey technician
- Legal survey technician
- Geomatics technologist - land surveying
- Transit operator - surveying
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 22213, one of these may fit better:
- Aerial survey technician — NOC 22214 (Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology, TEER 2)
- Forest survey technician — NOC 22112 (Forestry technologists and technicians, TEER 2)
- Survey interviewer — NOC 14110 (Survey interviewers and statistical clerks, TEER 4)
- Survey interviewers supervisor — NOC 12012 (Supervisors, library, correspondence and related information workers, TEER 2)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for topographic survey technician?+
In NOC 2021, "topographic survey technician" is an example title in unit group 22213 — Land survey technologists and technicians. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Natural and applied sciences and related occupations" broad category.
Is topographic survey technician eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 22213 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does topographic survey technician get extra CRS points?+
NOC 22213 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a topographic survey technician get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 22213 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says topographic survey technician but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 22213. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.