Conducts underwater surveys for navigation, environmental monitoring, and resource management.

Salary Range

$60,000 – $76,000

Daily Pay Range

$235–$290/day

Minimum Education

Associate or bachelor’s in hydrography or marine tech

Key Responsibilities

• Operate sonar and GPS equipment
• Conduct marine surveys and collect data
• Maintain and calibrate instruments
• Train personnel and follow safety protocols

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s in hydrography or marine tech
• USCG MMC, GIS certifications
• Skilled in sonar and mapping software

Career Outlook

• High demand in government and offshore energy
• Increasing use of autonomous survey systems

Typical Day

• Prep sonar systems and plan survey
• Collect and process data
• Maintain equipment and logs