Details Report for:
19-4041.00 - Geological and Petroleum Technicians
Assist scientists or engineers in the use of electronic, sonic, or nuclear measuring instruments in both laboratory and production activities to obtain data indicating potential 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. Investigate and collect information leading to the possible discovery of new metallic ore, minerals, gas, coal, or petroleum deposits.
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Wages & Employment Trends
National
| Median wages (2012) | $25.34 hourly, $52,700 annual |
| Employment (2010) | 14,000 employees |
| Projected growth (2010-2020) | 
Average (10% to 19%)
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| Projected job openings (2010-2020) | 7,000 |
| Top industries (2010) | Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction (55% employed in this sector)
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State & National
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2012 wage data
and 2010-2020 employment projections
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"Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2010-2020). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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- Geological and Petroleum Technicians
. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2012-13 Edition.
