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Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians
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.
What a geological technician, except hydrologic technician does
Become a geological technician, except hydrologic technician
If you enjoy doing these activities, you might make a good geological technician, except hydrologic technician
- Reading work related information.
- Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.
- Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.
Discover what you could earn in Washington
- Average hourly rate is $28 per hour with an average salary of $58,800 per year.
- Half of workers earn between $24 and $33 per hour.
- Half of workers earn an annual salary between $49,500 and $68,300 per year.
Geological Technician, Except Hydrologic Technician job outlook
- There are 72 workers in this occupation in Washington.