SOC code 17-1022
There have been 22 US Department of Labor LCA filings for Surveyors on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 86.4% certified. The median annualized wage is $106,455. The top sponsor is Nevada Gold Mines, with most positions based in NV.
All sponsoring employers
10 distinct employers have filed E-3 LCAs for Surveyors. Search or sort below.
| Employer | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Top state |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada Gold Mines | 5 | 100.0% | $98,000 | NV |
| Northern Star (Pogo) | 4 | 100.0% | $100,047 | AK |
| 3B Survey | 3 | 100.0% | $113,360 | LA |
| Advanced Mining Professional Services | 3 | 100.0% | $120,000 | NV |
| Terrane | 2 | 100.0% | $87,360 | WA |
| Cultural Surveys Hawaii | 1 | 0.0% | $51,272 | HI |
| Dragados USA | 1 | 100.0% | $170,000 | MD |
| Green International Affiliates | 1 | 0.0% | $102,045 | MA |
| Jacobs Engineering Group | 1 | 100.0% | $120,000 | CA |
| Mine Survey Plus | 1 | 0.0% | $64,000 | NV |
Top states
Where Surveyors E-3 jobs are concentrated.
| State | Filings |
|---|---|
| NV | 8 (36.4%) |
| AK | 4 (18.2%) |
| LA | 3 (13.6%) |
| WA | 2 (9.1%) |
| MD | 1 (4.5%) |
| MA | 1 (4.5%) |
| HI | 1 (4.5%) |
| CO | 1 (4.5%) |
| CA | 1 (4.5%) |
Job titles within this role
The actual job titles employers used in their filings. Useful when the SOC label is generic — e.g. "CEO" / "Chief Executive Officer" both fall under Chief Executives.
| Job title | Filings |
|---|---|
| Senior Technical Surveyor | 3 |
| SENIOR SURVEYOR | 3 |
| Underground Chief Surveyor | 2 |
| Land Surveyor | 2 |
| Chief Surveyor | 2 |
| Chief Mine Surveyor | 2 |
| Survey Technical Manager | 1 |
| Survey Crew Chief | 1 |
| Senior Surveyor | 1 |
| Principal Surveyor | 1 |
| PROJECT SURVEYOR | 1 |
| Mine Surveyor | 1 |
| MINE SURVEYOR | 1 |
| Archaeologist – Surveyor. | 1 |
Filings by fiscal year
Year-over-year trend in E-3 LCA filings for Surveyors. DOL's fiscal year runs October–September.
| FY | Filings | Cert rate | Median wage | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2020 | 1 | 100.0% | $89,024 | |
| FY2021 | 3 | 66.7% | $102,000 | |
| FY2022 | 2 | 100.0% | $113,360 | |
| FY2023 | 5 | 80.0% | $102,939 | |
| FY2024 | 4 | 75.0% | $113,360 | |
| FY2025 | 5 | 100.0% | $90,500 | |
| FY2026 | 2 | 100.0% | $134,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How many Surveyors have been sponsored on the E-3 visa?
There have been 22 Labor Condition Application filings for Surveyors on the E-3 visa across all available fiscal years, with 86.4% of applications certified by the US Department of Labor.
What is the median wage for Surveyors on the E-3 visa?
The median annualized wage for Surveyors on the E-3 visa is $106,455, based on certified LCA filings. Wage outliers above $2 million are excluded from this calculation.
Which employers sponsor the most Surveyors on the E-3 visa?
The top E-3 visa sponsors of Surveyors are: Nevada Gold Mines (5 filings), Northern Star (Pogo) (4 filings), 3B Survey (3 filings). The full list of sponsoring employers is shown above.
Where are E-3 visa surveyors based in the US?
Most E-3 visa filings for Surveyors are based in: NV (8 filings), AK (4 filings), LA (3 filings).
Can Australians work as surveyors on the E-3 visa?
Yes. The E-3 visa is exclusive to Australian citizens and is one of the most common visa categories for skilled professionals working in the United States. Surveyors is regularly sponsored under the E-3 visa, as the data on this page shows.
