Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians
Code: 19-4043.00
Also known as: Core Inspector, Environmental Field Services Technician, Environmental Sampling Technician, Geological E-Logger, Geological Technician, Geoscience Technician, Geotechnician, Materials Technician, Physical Science Technician, Soils Technician
Description: 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.
Typical wages
| 10% | $28,210 |
| 25% | $35,450 |
| Median | $50,630 |
| 75% | $76,650 |
| 90% | $109,300 |
| 10% | $13.56 |
| 25% | $17.04 |
| Median | $24.34 |
| 75% | $36.85 |
| 90% | $52.55 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
19,000 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
20,100 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 1,600 |