How do they match: Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

  • Assist scientists or engineers in the use of electronic, sonic, or nuclear measuring instruments in laboratory, exploration, and production activities to obtain data indicating resources such as metallic ore, minerals, gas, coal, or petroleum. Analyze mud and drill cuttings. Chart pressure, temperature, and other characteristics of wells or bore holes.

  • Measure geological characteristics used in prospecting for oil or gas, using measuring instruments.
  • Set up or direct set-up of instruments used to collect geological data.