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Snapshot before the quality program (relevance gates, tiered mapping, QA linter). v1 is the immutable before/after reference; evidence crawl was at ~175/3039 occupations when tagged. Co-Authored-By: Claude Fable 5 <noreply@anthropic.com> Claude-Session: https://claude.ai/code/session_01PDKeXvpT6tENSvyQGLV1Uq
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# Tasks & work activities — geotechnician
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Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 19-4043.00 (Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 3117; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.
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## Task statements
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- **[Core]** Test and analyze samples to determine their content and characteristics, using laboratory apparatus or testing equipment.
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- **[Core]** Collect or prepare solid or fluid samples for analysis.
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- **[Core]** Compile, log, or record testing or operational data for review and further analysis.
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- **[Core]** Prepare notes, sketches, geological maps, or cross-sections.
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- **[Core]** Participate in geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic, or oceanographic surveys, prospecting field trips, exploratory drilling, well logging, or underground mine survey programs.
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- **[Core]** Prepare or review professional, technical, or other reports regarding sampling, testing, or recommendations of data analysis.
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- **[Core]** Adjust or repair testing, electrical, or mechanical equipment or devices.
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- **[Core]** Read and study reports in order to compile information and data for geological and geophysical prospecting.
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- **[Core]** Interview individuals, and research public databases in order to obtain information.
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- **[Core]** Plot information from aerial photographs, well logs, section descriptions, or other databases.
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- **[Core]** Assemble, maintain, or distribute information for library or record systems.
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- **[Supplemental]** Operate or adjust equipment or apparatus used to obtain geological data.
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- **[Supplemental]** Plan and direct activities of workers who operate equipment to collect data.
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- **[Supplemental]** Set up or direct set-up of instruments used to collect geological data.
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- **[Supplemental]** Record readings in order to compile data used in prospecting for oil or gas.
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- **[Supplemental]** Create photographic recordings of information, using equipment.
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- **[Supplemental]** Measure geological characteristics used in prospecting for oil or gas, using measuring instruments.
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- **[Supplemental]** Participate in the evaluation of possible mining locations.
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- **[Supplemental]** Assess the environmental impacts of development projects on subsurface materials.
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- **[Supplemental]** Evaluate and interpret core samples and cuttings, and other geological data used in prospecting for oil or gas.
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- **[Supplemental]** Supervise well exploration, drilling activities, or well completions.
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- **[Supplemental]** Inspect engines for wear or defective parts, using equipment or measuring devices.
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- **[Supplemental]** Collaborate with hydrogeologists to evaluate groundwater or well circulation.
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- **[nan]** Apply new technologies, such as improved seismic imaging techniques, to locate untapped oil or natural gas deposits.
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- **[nan]** Collect data on underground areas, such as reservoirs, that could be used in carbon sequestration operations.
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- **[nan]** Collect geological data from potential geothermal energy plant sites.
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- **[nan]** Compile data used to address environmental issues, such as the suitability of potential landfill sites.
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- **[nan]** Conduct geophysical surveys of potential sites for wind farms or solar installations to determine their suitability.
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- **[nan]** Evaluate and interpret seismic data with the aid of computers.
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## Detailed work activities
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- Analyze geological or geographical data.
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- Analyze geological samples.
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- Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
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- Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
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- Collect archival data.
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- Collect environmental data or samples.
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- Collect geographical or geological field data.
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- Collect information from people through observation, interviews, or surveys.
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- Collect samples for analysis or testing.
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- Compile environmental or climatological data.
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- Compile geographic or related data.
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- Direct natural resources extraction projects.
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- Direct technical activities or operations.
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- Document events or evidence, using photographic or audiovisual equipment.
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- Inspect equipment to ensure proper functioning.
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- Locate natural resources using geospatial or other environmental data.
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- Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.
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- Operate laboratory or field equipment.
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- Prepare maps.
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- Record research or operational data.
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- Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
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- Research geological features or processes.
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- Set up laboratory or field equipment.
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- Supervise scientific or technical personnel.
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- Survey land or properties.
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