Measure, record, and evaluate geological data, using sonic, electronic, electrical, seismic, or gravity-measuring instruments to prospect for oil or gas. May collect and evaluate core samples and cuttings.

Conventional - Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.

1. Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps and cross-sections.

2. Read and study reports in order to compile information and data for geological and geophysical prospecting.

3. Interview individuals, and research public databases in order to obtain information.

4. Assemble, maintain, and distribute information for library or record systems.

5. Operate and adjust equipment and apparatus used to obtain geological data.

6. Plan and direct activities of workers who operate equipment to collect data.

7. Set up, or direct set-up of instruments used to collect geological data.

8. Record readings in order to compile data used in prospecting for oil or gas.

9. Supervise oil, water, and gas well drilling activities.

10. Collect samples and cuttings, using equipment and hand tools.

11. Develop and print photographic recordings of information, using equipment.

Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Geography - Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life.

Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed

Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.

The college search results are undergraduate programs associated with Geophysical Data Technicians. Further education may also be required to pursue this career.

The training search results include both short and long-term programs associated with Geophysical Data Technicians, and may be more appropriate for adult and non-traditional students. Further training may also be required to pursue this career.

In US the average wage for this occupation was:

$23,270 for entry level workers, and $49,610 for experienced workers.

Based on the total number of annual openings and its growth rate, the employment prospects for this occupation are described as Less Favorable.

During 2006, there were approximately 11,818 Geophysical Data Technicians employed in US.

We estimate that in 2016 there will be 12,838  employed in US. This represents an increase of 0 job(s) each year, and a total of 0 job openings each year.

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