Geological Technicians (Except Hydrologic Technicians)
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Automation risk
High Risk (61-80%): Jobs in this category face a significant threat from automation, as many of their tasks can be easily automated using current or near-future technologies.
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Growth
The number of 'Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians' job openings is expected to rise 5.2% by 2032
Updated projections are due 09-2023.
Wages
In 2022, the median annual wage for 'Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians' was $48,490, or $23 per hour
'Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians' were paid 4.7% higher than the national median wage, which stood at $46,310
Volume
As of 2022 there were 9,170 people employed as 'Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians' within the United States.
This represents around < 0.001% of the employed workforce across the country
Put another way, around 1 in 16 thousand people are employed as 'Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians'.
Job description
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.
SOC Code: 19-4043.00
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