How do they match: Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

  • Environmental Field Services Technician
  • Environmental Sampling Technician
  • Physical Science 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.

  • Assess the environmental impacts of development projects on subsurface materials.
  • Compile data used to address environmental issues, such as the suitability of potential landfill sites.

  • Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
  • Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
  • Collect environmental data or samples.
  • Compile environmental or climatological data.
  • Locate natural resources using geospatial or other environmental data.
  • Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
  • Supervise scientific or technical personnel.