Geological Technician
Starting Salary
$30,832
NC Triangle Area
Median Annual Wage
$44,586
NC Triangle area
% Bachelor's degree
% Some college, no degree
Job Outlook
+11%
NC Triangle Area
Annual Job Openings
109
NC Triangle Area
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.