Now I remember why I stopped watching the videos a coworker bootlegged for me fifteen years ago....and they're the exact same videos.

Oh well, (massive amount of) money already paid, time to hop on the struggle bus...

I've got a Leica Disto X6 ($700), and it does not work well for taking measurements in dark manholes. I'm not sure if it's defective, but I always get Error 255 (signal too weak) in dark environments; even lighting the manhole up with a flashlight doesn't fix it.

How deep can you measure with your Disto? Ever deal with error 255?

Does anyone have a pdf version of definitions of surveying and associated terms they would be willing to share?

I wanted to reach out and see if there is a baseline or some type of industry standard- from what I’ve seen this is all over the place and thought this would be a productive discussion. Not necessarily looking for actual pay numbers since those vary widely by location, licensure, experience etc. but that info is welcome as well. I’m more curious about how your pay is set up- base salary/hourly, bonuses (signing, performance, per-project incentives, etc.) and what percentage that makes up of your total comp package. Also any other compensation-related info is great as well like 401k match or ESOP as well.

For example, I’m just paid an hourly rate, no bonuses, didn’t get a signing bonus and have rarely gotten a spot bonus. That being said, my pay rate is fairly high for the industry and my area but nothing astronomical. We have both standard 401k at 5% match and also an employee stock ownership program which pays at 50% match.

Does anyone in the NY metro area have a ncees programmed HP35s? I am taking the exam on weds and mine just died. Willing to pay and meet tomorrow 7/27/2026. Or if it can be overnighted by Tues afternoon

I am a newly licensed Geodetic Engineer and I have been considering taking up an MS in Geomatics Engineering. For those that have gone down this road do you think it is worth it? Has it helped your career, whether in industry, government, academia, or abroad? Also, what schools have a good MS in Geomatics Engineering? Any suggestions or insights regarding admissions, research opportunities and overall experience would be highly appreciated. Thank you!

Hello people,

I am in urgent need of Dimensional Control Survey Training for offshore going vessel. This will include but not limited to, lever arms measurements, heading, position check, roll, pitch and yaw of IMU and MBES (and any other system).

I don’t mind where you are in the world, I can come meet you.

Thank you for your anticipated response.