Salary Breakdown
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Average
$60,890
ANNUAL
$29.27
HOURLY
Entry Level
$38,000
ANNUAL
$18.27
HOURLY
Mid Level
$60,110
ANNUAL
$28.90
HOURLY
Expert Level
$79,860
ANNUAL
$38.39
HOURLY
Projected Jobs
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
910
Projected job openings through 2030
Sample Career Roadmap
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Supporting Programs
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Top Expected Tasks
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
01
Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities, using calculator or computer.
02
Read and review project blueprints and structural specifications to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements.
03
Draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects to ensure conformance to specifications.
04
Confer with supervisor to determine project details such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions.
05
Analyze proposed site factors and design maps, graphs, tracings, and diagrams to illustrate findings.
06
Prepare reports and document project activities and data.
07
Inspect project site and evaluate contractor work to detect design malfunctions and ensure conformance to design specifications and applicable codes.
08
Conduct materials test and analysis, using tools and equipment and applying engineering knowledge.
09
Develop plans and estimate costs for installation of systems, utilization of facilities, or construction of structures.
10
Develop project budgets by estimating the cost of project activities.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
Building and Construction
KNOWLEDGE
Design
KNOWLEDGE
Administrative
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Mathematics
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Mathematical Reasoning
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Written Comprehension
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