How do they match: Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

  • Oil and Gas Exploration Technician

  • 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.

  • Set up or direct set-up of instruments used to collect geological data.
  • Evaluate and interpret core samples and cuttings, and other geological data used in prospecting for oil or gas.

  • Set up laboratory or field equipment.