OCCUPATIONAL
PROFILE
Geological Sample Test
Technician (19-4041.02)
At-a-Glance Statistics


_	Core Inspector, Electron Microprobe Operator, Environmental Field Services
oampie Technician, Environmental Sampling Technician, Laboratory Technician, Materials
Job Titles Technician, Organic Section Technical Lead, Physical Science Technician, Quality
Control Technician (QC Technician), Research Associate
Key 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.
Assemble, operate, or maintain field or laboratory testing, measuring, or
mechanical equipment.
Participate in geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic, or
oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well
logging, or underground mine survey programs.
Prepare or review professional, technical, or other reports regarding
sampling, testing, or recommendations of data analysis.
Adjust or repair testing, electrical, or mechanical equipment or devices.
Plot information from aerial photographs, well logs, section descriptions, or
other databases.
Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps, or cross sections.
Participate in the evaluation of possible mining locations.
Assess the environmental impacts of development projects on subsurface
materials.
All data sourced from 0'NET OnLine (2018) https:/Avww onetonline.org/

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Education and Training Top Industries
Bachelor's
Degree
52%
Master's
Degree
24%
Some college,
no degree
10%
Median Wages
Hourly
$25.62
EH
Annually
$53,620

Mining, Quarrying, Oil,
and Gas Extraction
Professional, Scientific,
and Technical Services
Number Employed

16,000 positions
1,800 job openings
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