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Geological Data Technicians

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Geological Data Technicians

Job Requirements


Examples of knowledge and skills required


Work Activities of Geological Data Technicians

Importance
Activity
88% 

Analyzing Data or Information

  • analyze scientific research data or investigative findings
  • analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
  • conduct research on work-related topics

84% 

Getting Information

  • collect scientific or technical data
  • read technical drawings
  • obtain information from individuals

84% 

Processing Information

    80% 

    Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events

    • understand engineering data or reports
    • understand technical operating, service or repair manuals

    76% 

    Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates

      76% 

      Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information

        72% 

        Handling and Moving Objects

          72% 

          Documenting/Recording Information

            68% 

            Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

              68% 

              Controlling Machines and Processes

              • use measuring devices in construction or extraction work
              • use measuring instruments to collect geological data

              68% 

              Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

                64% 

                Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge

                  64% 

                  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

                  • repair or adjust measuring or control devices

                  64% 

                  Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People

                    56% 

                    Communicating with Persons Outside Organization

                    • communicate technical information

                    56% 

                    Performing General Physical Activities

                      56% 

                      Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

                        56% 

                        Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others

                          56% 

                          Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material

                            56% 

                            Making Decisions and Solving Problems

                              52% 

                              Scheduling Work and Activities

                                52% 

                                Performing Administrative Activities

                                • maintain records, reports, or files
                                • prepare safety reports


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