geological technician

Education: Bachelor's degree. Work site environment: Outdoors. Work setting: Urban area. Rural area. Various locations. Remote location. Tasks: Assist in environmental audits. Conduct environmental audits. Conduct geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic or oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well logging or underground mine survey programs. Conduct or direct surveys or survey programs. Perform clerical duties, such as maintain filing and record systems. Perform physical and chemical laboratory tests. Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps and cross sections. Assist in hydrogeological field and laboratory studies. Computer and technology knowledge: Computer-aided design (CAD). Geographic Information System (GIS). Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment. Field work location experience: On land. Technical experience: Mapping and surveying. Geological sampling analysis. Geochemical sampling analysis. Geophysical prospecting analysis. Seismic surveying. Geotechnical studies. Spectroscopy. Microscopy. Acoustic techniques. Telescopy. Area of work experience: Data interpretation and evaluation. Environmental monitoring. Field sampling and data acquisition. Geological mapping. Laboratory analysis. Quality assurance and control. Regulatory investigation. Scientific data processing. Type of industry experience: Hydrographic surveying. Area of specialization: Geophysics. Geology. Extractive and physical metallurgy. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Work under pressure. Tight deadlines. Repetitive tasks. Attention to detail. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Standing for extended periods. Own tools/equipment: Steel-toed safety boots. Personal suitability: Efficient interpersonal skills. Judgement. Reliability. Team player. Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years. Employment terms options: Morning. Day. Weekend. Other benefits: Other benefits.