Geological and Petroleum Technicians

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.

Key Competencies

Representative Tasks

Industry

Manufacturing, Professional Scientific & Technical Services, Construction, Government,

Job Family Life, Physical, and Social Science

Sample Job Titles Crude Tester, Geological Sample Tester, Geophysical Prospector, Magnetometer Operator, Mineral Technologist, Mining Technician, Mud Logger, Seismic Interpreter, Seismic Observer, Seismograph Operator.

SHOP ASSESSMENTS
Request Free Demo