Summary Geological Technician in Newfoundland and Labrador
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Find key facts and figures about working as a geological technician. The following information is applicable to all Geological and mineral technologists and technicians (NOC 22101).

Description

Geological and mineral technologists and technicians provide technical support and services or may work independently in the fields of oil and gas exploration and production, geophysics, petroleum engineering, geology, mining and mining engineering, mineralogy, extractive and physical metallurgy, metallurgical engineering and environmental protection. They are employed by petroleum and mining companies, consulting geology and engineering firms, and by governments and educational institutions as well as by a variety of manufacturing, construction and utilities companies.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$28.00/hour

Median wage in Newfoundland and Labrador

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Prospects

Moderate

The job prospects are fair in Newfoundland and Labrador

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Jobs

21 jobs

advertised in Canada

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Competencies

  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Quality Control Testing
  • Troubleshooting
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Operation and Control

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