Geological Technician

Starting Salary

$30,832
NC Triangle Area

Median Annual Wage

$44,586
NC Triangle area
34
% Bachelor's degree
21
% 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.