NOC 22214: Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology
What technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology do
Technical occupations in geomatics include aerial survey, remote sensing, geographic information systems, cartographic and photogrammetric technologists and technicians, who gather, analyze, interpret and use geospatial information for applications in natural resources, geology, environmental research and land use planning. Meteorological technologists and technicians observe weather and atmospheric conditions, record, interpret, transmit and report on meteorological data, and provide weather information to the agricultural, natural resources and transportation industries and the public. Geomatics technologists and technicians are employed by all levels of government, utilities, mapping, computer software, forestry, architectural, engineering and consulting firms and other related establishments. Meteorological technologists and technicians are employed by all levels of government, the media, natural resources, utilities and transportation companies and consulting firms.
Main duties
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Aerial survey and remote sensing technologists and technicians
- Operate analog or digital airborne remote sensing equipment such as survey film or digital cameras, laser or radar sensors and scanners to prepare images, data and graphic reports, maps and charts from airborne or satellite data
- Develop specialized analog and computer software specific routines to customize and integrate image analysis
- Inspect quality of recorded images, verify the integrity and accuracy of data contained in remote sensing image analysis systems, and adjust equipment as required.
- Geographic information systems (GIS) technologists and technicians
- Operate specialized computer hardware and software and peripheral equipment to model, manage, analyze and display geospatial data
- Develop specialized computer software routines, Internet-based GIS, database and business applications to customize geographic information
- Work with external organizations on data transfer and systems compatibility issues
- Perform data entry and editing activities and maintenance operations to systems following predetermined calibration procedures
- Integrate external software such as spreadsheets and statistical packages with GIS software
- Train and provide technical support for GIS users.
- Cartographic technologists and technicians
- Plan map content, format and design and compile required data from aerial photographs, survey notes, records, reports and other maps
- Generate maps and related graphs and charts using digital mapping techniques, computer interactive graphics, computer-assisted design and drafting (CAD) software, traditional drafting methods and computer or traditional scribing tools
- Inspect final compositions to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Photogrammetric technologists and technicians
- Examine and interpret aerial photographs to prepare topographic maps, aerial-photograph mosaics and related charts
- Operate digitized stereoscopic plotting and computer graphics equipment to provide three-dimensional optical models of terrain, to trace maps, and to prepare charts and tables
- Monitor recording quality and adjust equipment as required and inspect quality of recorded images.
- Meteorological technologists and technicians
- Observe, record and transmit atmospheric and weather information including air pressure, temperature, humidity, precipitation and cloud, wind and ultraviolet conditions
- Observe, chart and report on ice conditions in navigable waters and snow conditions, and participate in programs to forecast and control avalanches in mountainous terrain
- Maintain climatological databases, analyze and interpret weather data and participate in the production of weather maps, charts and reports
- Install, inspect, monitor, calibrate and maintain meteorological equipment and instruments.
Job titles under NOC 22214
60 job titles are classified here, including aerial survey technician, aerological technician, avalanche controller.
- aerial photograph analyst
- aerial photograph interpreter
- aerial photograph technician
- aerial survey technician
- aerial survey technologist
- aerological observer
- aerological technician
- airborne data acquisition specialist
- avalanche controller
- avalanche observer
- avalanche technician
- cartographer
- cartographic compiler
- cartographic draftsman/woman
- cartographic technician
- cartographic technologist
- climate data processor
- climate service technician
- climatological technician
- geographic information systems (GIS) technician
- geographic information systems (GIS) technologist
- geological information system technician
- geological information system technologist
- geological mapping technician
Employment requirements
- Completion of secondary school is required.
- Geomatics technologists and technicians require completion of a college program in geomatics, cartography, photogrammetry, aerial survey, remote sensing, geographic information system (GIS) or geomatics.
- In Quebec, membership in the regulatory body for professional technologists is required to use the title ''Professional Technologist''.
- Meteorological technicians require completion of a one-year meteorological technician program provided by the Meteorological Service of Canada.
- Further specialized training is available for meteorological technicians, and may be required by some employers.
Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology wages in Canada
Low, median and high hourly wages from Job Bank’s 2025 wage data. Annual figures assume full-time work (1,950 hours a year).
| Where | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Canada | $23.08/hr | $38.10/hr | $53.85/hr |
Toronto ON | $26.35/hr | $38.61/hr | $54.63/hr |
Montréal QC | $26.09/hr | $35.80/hr | $46.69/hr |
Vancouver Lower Mainland region, BC | $27.82/hr | $39.27/hr | $51.46/hr |
Calgary AB | $27.72/hr | $41.69/hr | $56.67/hr |
Edmonton AB | $27.89/hr | $41.11/hr | $52.51/hr |
Ottawa ON | $20.00/hr | $35.00/hr | $47.69/hr |
Winnipeg MB | $26.06/hr | $35.00/hr | $47.43/hr |
Québec City Quebec region, QC | $23.70/hr | $38.00/hr | $48.08/hr |
Hamilton Hamilton–Niagara Peninsula region, ON | $20.00/hr | $35.00/hr | $47.69/hr |
Kitchener-Waterloo Kitchener–Waterloo–Barrie region, ON | $20.00/hr | $35.00/hr | $47.69/hr |
London ON | $25.93/hr | $37.68/hr | $46.71/hr |
Halifax NS | $22.50/hr | $35.55/hr | $46.37/hr |
Victoria Vancouver Island and Coast region, BC | $27.44/hr | $38.63/hr | $47.54/hr |
Saskatoon Saskatoon–Biggar region, SK | $23.72/hr | $35.31/hr | $47.96/hr |
Regina Regina–Moose Mountain region, SK | $24.96/hr | $37.03/hr | $50.18/hr |
| Where | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Newfoundland and Labrador | $18.00/hr | $33.33/hr | $41.03/hr |
Nova Scotia | $22.41/hr | $34.55/hr | $48.67/hr |
New Brunswick | $22.46/hr | $33.12/hr | $46.22/hr |
Quebec | $23.70/hr | $38.00/hr | $48.08/hr |
Ontario | $20.00/hr | $35.00/hr | $47.69/hr |
Manitoba | $31.25/hr | $37.28/hr | $55.96/hr |
Saskatchewan | $20.50/hr | $37.66/hr | $47.80/hr |
Alberta | $37.41/hr | $42.56/hr | $60.00/hr |
British Columbia | $26.05/hr | $37.79/hr | $51.83/hr |
Using NOC 22214 for your resume or Express Entry profile
- IRCC asks you to make sure the main duties listed for your NOC match what you actually did at your job. If they don’t, look for another unit group whose duties do.
- Describe your own work in your own words. Recruiters and ATS software look for concrete tools, results and scope, not text copied from the NOC.
- Applying from outside Canada? Run your resume through the Canadian resume format checker to catch things Canadian employers don’t expect, like a photo or date of birth.
- Use the job title the employer’s posting uses. The 60 titles above are how the same work is named across employers.
Not in this group
Similar jobs classified under a different NOC code:
- Airborne geophysical equipment operator (NOC 22101)
- Drafting technologists and technicians (NOC 22212)
- Geomatics engineer (NOC 21300)
- Land survey technologists and technicians (NOC 22213)
- Land surveyors (NOC 21203)
- Land use technician (NOC 22300)
- Meteorologists and climatologists (NOC 21103)
- Surveying engineer (NOC 21300)
- Urban planning technician (NOC 22300)
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology?
Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology are NOC 2021 unit group 22214. Example job titles in this group include aerial survey technician, aerological technician, avalanche controller, avalanche technician.
What TEER is NOC 22214?
NOC 22214 is TEER 2 (College diploma or apprenticeship (2+ years)). Usually requires a 2–3 year college program or a 2–5 year apprenticeship, or the occupation carries supervisory or significant safety responsibilities. TEER 0, 1, 2 and 3 work counts as skilled work experience for Express Entry’s Federal Skilled Worker and Canadian Experience Class programs.
How much do technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology earn in Canada?
Job Bank's 2025 wage data puts the median at $38.10/hr, about $74,000 a year full-time, with a range of $23.08/hr to $53.85/hr.
Related occupations
Sources: Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0; Employment and Social Development Canada, Job Bank wages (2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. OfferJetAI is not affiliated with the Government of Canada. Check IRCC’s NOC guidance before you apply.