(Career Asssessments, Exploration & Counselling)
Career: Geological Sample Test Technicians
Job Description
Test and analyze geological samples, crude oil, or petroleum products to detect presence of petroleum, gas, or mineral deposits indicating potential for exploration and production, or to determine physical and chemical properties to ensure that products meet quality standards.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
85
|
Adjust and repair testing, electrical, and mechanical equipment and devices. |
83
|
Collect and prepare solid and fluid samples for analysis. |
83
|
Compile and record testing and operational data for review and further analysis. |
82
|
Test and analyze samples in order to determine their content and characteristics, using laboratory apparatus and testing equipment. |
75
|
Assemble, operate, and maintain field and laboratory testing, measuring, and mechanical equipment, working as part of a crew when required. |
47
|
Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps, and cross sections. |
45
|
Participate in geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic or oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well logging or underground mine survey programs. |
38
|
Prepare, transcribe, and/or analyze seismic, gravimetric, well log or other geophysical and survey data. |
36
|
Plot information from aerial photographs, well logs, section descriptions, and other databases. |
33
|
Participate in the evaluation of possible mining locations. |
32
|
Supervise well exploration and drilling activities, and well completions. |
26
|
Inspect engines for wear and defective parts, using equipment and measuring devices. |
25
|
Collaborate with hydro-geologists in order to evaluate groundwater and well circulation. |
17
|
Assess the environmental impacts of development projects on subsurface materials. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
79
|
Processing Information
|
78
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
75
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
75
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
72
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
71
|
Thinking Creatively
|
70
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
69
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
68
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
68
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
67
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
67
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
67
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
64
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
63
|
Getting Information
|
63
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
62
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
61
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
60
|
Interacting With Computers
|
60
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
59
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
57
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
56
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
55
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
55
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
54
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
53
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
53
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
52
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
49
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
46
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
46
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
41
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
41
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
40
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
40
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
40
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
39
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
39
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
35
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
16
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|