How do they match: Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

  • Geophysical Support Specialist
  • 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.

  • Collect data on underground areas, such as reservoirs, that could be used in carbon sequestration operations.
  • Compile data used to address environmental issues, such as the suitability of potential landfill sites.
  • Create photographic recordings of information, using equipment.
  • Evaluate and interpret core samples and cuttings, and other geological data used in prospecting for oil or gas.
  • Inspect engines for wear or defective parts, using equipment or measuring devices.
  • Measure geological characteristics used in prospecting for oil or gas, using measuring instruments.
  • Operate or adjust equipment or apparatus used to obtain geological data.
  • Participate in geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic, or oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well logging, or underground mine survey programs.
  • Record readings in order to compile data used in prospecting for oil or gas.
  • Set up or direct set-up of instruments used to collect geological data.
  • Test and analyze samples to determine their content and characteristics, using laboratory apparatus or testing equipment.

  • Document events or evidence, using photographic or audiovisual equipment.
  • Locate natural resources using geospatial or other environmental data.