Commonly Performed Tasks
Geological sample test technicians collect and prepare samples for analysis, record testing and operation data, and assemble, operate, or maintain field or laboratory testing, measuring, or mechanical equipment. They also collect operational data for analysis, assemble, operate, or maintain field or lab testing, measuring, or mechanical equipment and participate in surveys.
- Test and analyze samples to determine their content and characteristics using testing equipment
- Collect and prepare or build samples for analysis
- Record and enter sample tests or operational data for review and further analysis
- Assemble, operate, or maintain field or laboratory testing, measuring, or mechanical equipment
- Participate in various surveys, prospecting trips, exploratory drilling, well logging, etc.