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How much does a Field Surveyor I make in Des Moines, IA? The average Field Surveyor I salary in Des Moines, IA is $51,600 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $41,700 and $61,500. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Field Surveyor I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Field Surveyor I Salary $32,687 Des Moines,IA May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Field Surveyor I Salary $41,700 Des Moines,IA May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Field Surveyor I Salary $51,600 Des Moines,IA May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Field Surveyor I Salary $61,500 Des Moines,IA May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Field Surveyor I Salary $70,513 Des Moines,IA May 28, 2024
25% $41,700 10% $32,687 90% $70,513 75% $61,500 $51,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

The Field Surveyor I performs project research, boundary calculations, and records accuracy of survey data, notes, and sketches. Surveys and investigates land surfaces to project precise measurement and location of lines, angles, points, areas, and elevations. Being a Field Surveyor I may have to complete an apprenticeship, and/or formal training in area of specialty. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent in the field. In addition, Field Surveyor I typically reports to a supervisor/manager. Working as a Field Surveyor I typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. May be entry level if some experience in the skill. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    Field Surveyor I

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Field Surveyor II

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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