Careers · Tennessee
Become a land surveyor in Tennessee.
High pay, real demand, outdoors and high-tech — and a rare opening: experienced surveyors are retiring faster than they're replaced. Here's the honest path in Tennessee, and how to take the first step today.
45
open survey jobs in Tennessee
~8 yrs
to licensure w/ degree
No
degree to start
Three ways in
Work
Join a local firm entry-level and learn on the job — no degree required to start.
School
Earn a surveying/geomatics degree — qualifying education that shortens licensure.
Hybrid
A firm sponsors your gear while you study online part-time and work part-time — paid.
Licensure in Tennessee
Becoming a licensed Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) is a multi-year commitment — like a doctor or attorney — combining education, supervised experience, and exams. In Tennessee, roughly 8 years with a qualifying degree vs 12 years without. A surveying/geomatics degree counts as qualifying education, which is why School and Hybrid can be faster than Work alone.
Timelines are general guidance — confirm exact requirements with your state board.
Surveying firms in Tennessee
We're adding firms across Tennessee. Finish the Quest and a mentor will point you to ones hiring near you.
2 students are already on the map in Tennessee
Be among the first — and put your state on the map.
Map your future in Tennessee
Take the free 5-level Quest, compare the three paths, and meet a real licensed surveyor mentor in Tennessee.
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