OCCUPATIONAL PROFILE Geological Sample Test Technician (19-4041.02) At-a-Glance Statistics y _ 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 fromOi'NET OnLine (2018) https./Avww .onetonline.org/. ------- 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 Top Ten States for Occupational Percentage Growth 67 % 4C 1 % 1 TITO/ 23% 23% 20% —— 17% 16% 16% 15o/o 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ¦ WY UT Ml MO CO NM TX KS OK NV ------- |