Summary
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Quick Facts: Geological and Petroleum Technicians | |
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$51,130 per year
$24.58 per hour |
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Associate's degree | |
None | |
Moderate-term on-the-job training | |
19,000 | |
5% (Faster than average) | |
1,000 |
What Geological and Petroleum Technicians Do
Geological and petroleum technicians provide support to scientists and engineers in exploring and extracting natural resources.
Work Environment
Geological and petroleum technicians work in offices, laboratories, and the field. Most geological and petroleum technicians work full time.
How to Become a Geological or Petroleum Technician
Geological and petroleum technicians typically need an associate’s degree or 2 years of postsecondary training in applied science or a science-related technology. Some jobs may require a bachelor’s degree. Geological and petroleum technicians also receive on-the-job training.
Pay
The median annual wage for geological and petroleum technicians was $51,130 in May 2019.
Job Outlook
Employment of geological and petroleum technicians is projected to grow 5 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for natural gas is expected to increase demand for geological exploration and extraction in the future.
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