How do they match: Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

  • Mud Analysis Operator
  • Mud Analysis Well-Logging Operator

  • 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.
  • Collect geological data from potential geothermal energy plant sites.
  • Collect or prepare solid or fluid samples for analysis.
  • Compile data used to address environmental issues, such as the suitability of potential landfill sites.
  • 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.
  • Evaluate and interpret seismic data with the aid of computers.
  • Interview individuals, and research public databases in order to obtain information.
  • Operate or adjust equipment or apparatus used to obtain geological data.
  • Plan and direct activities of workers who operate equipment to collect data.
  • Plot information from aerial photographs, well logs, section descriptions, or other databases.
  • Prepare or review professional, technical, or other reports regarding sampling, testing, or recommendations of data analysis.
  • Read and study reports in order to compile information and data for geological and geophysical prospecting.
  • 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.

  • Analyze geological or geographical data.
  • Analyze geological samples.
  • Collect archival data.
  • Collect environmental data or samples.
  • Collect geographical or geological field data.
  • Collect samples for analysis or testing.
  • Compile environmental or climatological data.
  • Compile geographic or related data.
  • Locate natural resources using geospatial or other environmental data.
  • Record research or operational data.