Geophysical Data Technicians

Using acoustic, electronic, electrical, seismic, or gravity-measuring devices, measure, record, or analyze geological data in order to locate oil or gas. May collect or assess core or cutting samples.

Career Snapshot

SNAPSHOT
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.
Leadership
HIGH
Critical decision making
HIGH
Level of responsibilities
HIGH
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
HIGH
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
HIGH
Communication with others
HIGH
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
HIGH
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
LOW
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Physical demands
Leadership
Exposure to job hazards
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Comfort of the work setting
Dealing and handling conflicts
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Communication with others
Competition for this position
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Level of responsibilities
Critical decision making

Activities

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Know More
Documenting/Recording Information Know More
Getting Information Know More
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events Know More
Interacting With Computers Know More
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings Know More
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work Know More
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge Know More

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Key Abilities

  1. Information Ordering Know More
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  3. Oral Comprehension Know More
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