Geophysical Data Technicians

Mining, Oil, & Gas

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

Also called: Field Engineer, Geological Technician, Geotechnician, Observer

Knowledge:

Engineering and Technology

computers and electronics
product and service development

Math and Science

arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, or statistics
physics

Arts and Humanities

English language

Business

management

Skills:

Basic Skills

reading work related information
listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions

Problem Solving

noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it

Abilites:

Verbal

read and understand what is written
communicate by speaking

Ideas and Logic

order or arrange things
group things in different ways

Personality:

Description: People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.

They do well at jobs that need

Integrity
Attention to Detail
Independence
Dependability
Adaptability/Flexibility
Initiative

Technology:

Analytical or scientific software

IHS PETRA
Techsia Techlog

Map creation software

ESRI ArcGIS software
Surface III

Computer aided design CAD software

Autodesk AutoCAD
Dynamic Graphics EarthVision

Education:

bachelor's degree

master's degree