National Occupational Classification, TEER 2
NOC 22214: Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology
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. Below are the main duties, all 60 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 22214?
NOC 22214 is the code for technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include aerial survey technician, aerological technician, avalanche controller and avalanche technician. It is a TEER 2 occupation (usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $38.10 an hour.
- NOC code
- 22214
- TEER
- 2: College diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years
- Broad category
- Natural and applied sciences and related occupations
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $38.10 an hour
Job titles under NOC 22214
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 job titles
- aerial survey technician
- aerological technician
- avalanche controller
- avalanche technician
- cartographer
- climate data processor
- climate service technician
- geographic information systems (GIS) technician
- ice observer
- map editor
- mapping technician
- meteorological inspector
- meteorological technician
- photogrammetric technologist
- photogrammetrist
- remote sensing (RS) technician
- softcopy photogrammetrist
- surface weather observer
- weather station operations technician
All 60 job titles in the NOC index
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, geomatics technician - aerial surveys, geomatics technician - Canadian Armed Forces, geomatics technician - cartography, geomatics technician - geographical information systems (GIS), geomatics technician - photogrammetry, geomatics technician - remote sensing, geomatics technologist - aerial surveys, geomatics technologist - cartography, geomatics technologist - geographical information systems (GIS), geomatics technologist - photogrammetry, geomatics technologist - remote sensing, ice conditions service specialist - meteorology, ice observer, land information system (LIS) technician, land information system (LIS) technologist, map draftsman/woman, map editor, mapping technician, meteorological aide, meteorological inspector, meteorological technician, meteorological technician - Canadian Armed Forces, photo cartographer, photogrammetric technician, photogrammetric technologist, photogrammetrist, remote sensing (RS) application specialist, remote sensing (RS) technician, remote sensing (RS) technologist, snow controller, softcopy photogrammetrist, surface weather observer, weather briefer, weather chart plotter, weather forecast presentation technician, weather station operations technician.
Main duties of NOC 22214
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.
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.
Additional information
- Geomatics is an interdisciplinary field encompassing the collection, analysis and presentation of geographically referenced data.
- Mobility is possible between some occupations in this unit group.
Is NOC 22214 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 2 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 22214 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 22214 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $23.08 | $38.10 | $53.85 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $18.00 | $33.33 | $41.03 |
| Nova Scotia | $22.41 | $34.55 | $48.67 |
| New Brunswick | $22.46 | $33.12 | $46.22 |
| Quebec | $23.70 | $38.00 | $48.08 |
| Ontario | $20.00 | $35.00 | $47.69 |
| Manitoba | $31.25 | $37.28 | $55.96 |
| Saskatchewan | $20.50 | $37.66 | $47.80 |
| Alberta | $37.41 | $42.56 | $60.00 |
| British Columbia | $26.05 | $37.79 | $51.83 |
| Yukon | $32.77 | $44.46 | $53.01 |
| Northwest Territories | $30.55 | $49.98 | $61.17 |
| Nunavut | $23.89 | $41.10 | $53.79 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 22214 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 22214 as you write.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a aerial survey technician?
NOC 22214, Technical occupations in geomatics and meteorology, a TEER 2 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 22214?
TEER 2. Usually a college diploma, an apprenticeship of 2 or more years, or a supervisory role. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 22214 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 2 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 22214 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 22214 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $38.10 an hour, with most wages between $23.08 and $53.85. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 22214 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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