How do they match: Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

  • Well Logger
  • Well Tester
  • Electric Well Logging Operator
  • Mud Analysis Well-Logging Operator
  • Oil Well Directional Surveyor
  • Oil Well Logger

  • 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.

  • Collaborate with hydrogeologists to evaluate groundwater or well circulation.
  • Participate in geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic, or oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well logging, or underground mine survey programs.
  • Plot information from aerial photographs, well logs, section descriptions, or other databases.
  • Supervise well exploration, drilling activities, or well completions.