How do they match: Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

  • Electric Well Logging Operator
  • Electrical Logger
  • Electrical Logging Operator
  • Geological E-Logger
  • Geophysical E-Logger
  • Mud Logger
  • Mud Analysis Well-Logging Operator
  • Oil Well Logger
  • SLS Logger
  • Surface Logging Systems Logger
  • Temperature Logging Operator
  • Well Logger

  • 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.

  • Compile, log, or record testing or operational data for review and further analysis.
  • Evaluate and interpret core samples and cuttings, and other geological data used in prospecting for oil or gas.
  • Participate in geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic, or oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well logging, or underground mine survey programs.
  • Plot information from aerial photographs, well logs, section descriptions, or other databases.
  • Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps, or cross-sections.