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Resume skills guide · SOC 19-4043

Skills for Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians

The skills, knowledge, and tools that matter most for geological technicians, except hydrologic technicians, ranked by O*NET importance — so you know what to lead with on your resume.

What to lead with

Refit analysis ·O*NET rates Reading Comprehension, Critical Thinking, Writing as the highest-importance skills here — so a resume aimed at this role should lead with evidence of those, not a generic skills list. On the tools side, O*NET flags Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook as in-demand technologies for this role.

Top skills (ranked by importance)

O*NET importance score in parentheses (1–5).

  • 1.Reading Comprehension3.75
  • 2.Critical Thinking3.5
  • 3.Writing3.25
  • 4.Monitoring3.25
  • 5.Active Listening3.12
  • 6.Speaking3
  • 7.Mathematics2.75
  • 8.Active Learning2.75
  • 9.Science2.62
  • 10.Learning Strategies2.62

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Knowledge areas

  • Computers and Electronics
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Mathematics
  • English Language
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Geography
  • Customer and Personal Service

Core work activities

  • Documenting/Recording Information
  • Working with Computers
  • Getting Information
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Processing Information
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Analyzing Data or Information
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings

In-demand tools & technology

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • ESRI ArcGIS software
  • SAP software
  • Clark Labs IDRISI Andes
  • Corel CorelDraw Graphics Suite
  • Database software
  • Dynamic Graphics EarthVision
  • Geographic information system GIS software
  • Geographic information system GIS systems
  • Geographic resources analysis support system GRASS
  • Global positioning system GPS software
  • Golden Software Surfer
  • Halliburton ProMAX