Tax deductions for architectural, building and surveying technicians

Architectural, building and surveying technicians supervise and inspect construction sites, estimate time, costs and resources, and prepare maps and plans.

Employment Profile

Average weekly pay:          $1,400 
Employment size:               66,200  
Future growth:                    Strong        
Skill level                             Associate degree or diploma

Typical tax deductions include:

• Motor vehicle travel to and from work if having either shifting workplaces (working at more than one site each day before returning home), or transporting bulky equipment.

• Motor vehicle travel between job sites, to pick up materials, or attend training courses.

• Phone and internet – work %.

• Overnight travel expenses attending conferences, seminars, and training courses – include airfares, accommodation, meals, and incidentals.

• Protective clothing including safety-coloured vests, steel-capped boots, gloves, and overalls.

• Compulsory work uniform branded with the employer’s logo.

• Sun protection costs including sunglasses and sunscreens.

• Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions.

• Self-education expenses.

• Computers, tools and equipment.

• Home office running expenses.

Tax Strategies we can assist you with.

Self education expenses
Sunglasses, sunscreens and cosmetics
Computers, tools, equipment and other assets
Protective clothing
Compulsory work uniform
Logbook for motor vehicles
Union fees, licences, registrations and subscriptions
Phone and internet
Home office running expenses
Overnight travel expenses