How do they match: Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

  • Gas Analyst
  • Gas Prover
  • Gas Tester
  • Gasoline Tester
  • 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.

  • Apply new technologies, such as improved seismic imaging techniques, to locate untapped oil or natural gas deposits.
  • Evaluate and interpret core samples and cuttings, and other geological data used in prospecting for oil or gas.
  • Measure geological characteristics used in prospecting for oil or gas, using measuring instruments.
  • Record readings in order to compile data used in prospecting for oil or gas.