ISCO Occupation Group 3111.4 Geology Technician
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Geology Technician: Geology technicians assist in all the activities carried out by geologists. They, under the supervision of geologists, collect materials, carry out research and study the samples collected from the Earth in order to offer analysis as part of the project and the aim. Geology technicians assist in determining the value of the land for oil or gas exploration. They perform various technical tasks, including collecting samples during geochemical surveys, working on drill sites, and participating in geophysical surveys and geological studies.
Essential Skills
- Execute Analytical Mathematical Calculations
- Collect Samples
- Test Raw Minerals
- Prepare Technical Reports
- Collect Samples For Analysis
- Prepare Samples For Testing
- Assist Scientific Research
- Scientific Research Methodology
- Mathematics
- Apply Safety Procedures In Laboratory
- Apply Scientific Methods
- Geological Time Scale
- Cartography
- Collect Geological Data
- Conduct Field Work
- Statistics
- Apply Statistical Analysis Techniques
- Write Production Reports
- Perform Sample Testing
- Work Ergonomically
- Operate Scientific Measuring Equipment
- Record Test Data
Optional Skills
- Negotiate Land Access
- Geodesy
- Train Employees
- Archive Scientific Documentation
- Create Gis Reports
- Assess Environmental Impact
- Provide Technical Expertise
- Prepare Surveying Report
- Study Aerial Photos
- Conduct Soil Sample Tests
- Use Geographic Information Systems
- Apply Digital Mapping
- Prepare Geological Map Sections
- Process Data
- Geophysics
- Create Thematic Maps
- Geochemistry
- Plan Geotechnical Investigations In The Field
- Troubleshoot
- Collect Data Using Gps
- Physics
- Develop Geological Databases
- Advise On Geology For Mineral Extraction
- Geographic Information Systems
- Use A Computer
- Geology
- Investigate Soil Stability
- Provide Information On Geological Characteristics
- Perform Laboratory Tests
- Assist With Geophysical Surveys
- Environmental Legislation
- Maintain Cores
- Liaise With Geology Professionals
- Interpret Geophysical Data
Alternative Names
- Mining Technician
- Geoscience Technician
- Minerals Survey Technician
- Geological Technician
- Geophysical Technician
- Geological And Petroleum Technician
- Geo-Mechanics Technician
- Geophysical Data Technician
- Mineralogy Technician
- Mine Production Techician
- Mine Surveying Technician
- Geo-Technician
- Material Sampler
- Geological Survey Technician
- Geological Engineering Technician
- Geologist
- Mineral Industry Sampler
- Mineral Technician
