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Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians in Battle Creek, Michigan

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.

Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan

Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians on average make:
$45,760 ($22.00/hour).

The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
1
and by 2029 that number is projected to:
stay the same.

We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
0 every year.

The typical education needed to enter this job is:
a associate’s degree.

The typical training needed after hire is:
long-term on-the-job training.

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Other Job Titles

Acid Tester, Chalk Tester, Construction Material Technician, Construction Materials Field Technician (Construction Materials Field Tech), Construction Materials Testing Technician (Construction Materials Testing Tech), Core Inspector, Crude Tester, Directional Drill Locator, Directional Drill Operator, Drilling Fluids Specialist

Technology/Skills

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Outlook

Tools Used

35 millimeter cameras, Abney levels, Automatic burets, Binocular polarizing microscopes, Calorimeters, Carbon hydrogen nitrogen CHN analyzers, Chipmunk crushers, Clinometers, Conductivity indicators, Cryogenic magnetometers

Tasks

  • Test and analyze samples to determine their content and characteristics, using laboratory apparatus or testing equipment.
  • Collect or prepare solid or fluid samples for analysis.
  • Compile, log, or record testing or operational data for review and further analysis.
  • Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps, or cross-sections.
  • Participate in geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic, or oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well logging, or underground mine survey programs.

Personality

Attention to Detail, Integrity, Dependability, Independence, Analytical Thinking, Initiative, Adaptability/Flexibility, Persistence, Cooperation, Achievement/Effort

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