Geoscience Technician - URGENT

Houston  ‐ Onsite
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Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Provide routine support duties in all exploration functions including creation of cross-sections, digitized maps, PowerPoint slides, montages, charts and reports as required.
  • Gather and analyze data from internal and external databases to support geoscience efforts.
  • Coordinate geologic data on company and partner drilling wells, including interfacing with vendors to assure data is provided in a timely and accurate fashion.
  • File, retrieve, create and maintain geological data (including Paleo Tops data).
  • Load and update well data and well locations in existing databases using appropriate software.
  • Generate and compile information required for government regulatory compliance.
  • Assist with the generation and compilation of team presentation materials.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
  • Typically requires a bachelor's degree in Geology, Geophysics, Computer Technology or closely related discipline with a minimum of 8 years of related geoscience technology experience.
  • Gulf of Mexicoexperience is preferred.
  • Strong computer literacy, including the use of personal computers and related software for data management, especially Microsoft Excel, Access and PowerPoint, is also required.
  • Should have a working knowledge of computer applications and a strong comprehension of technical concepts.


OTHER SKILLS
  • Knowledge of acquiring, assimilating and managing data, computer mapping and solving complex problems involving computer systems and data; must be able to verify data accuracy.
  • Knowledge of map units, coordinate systems and cartographic standards.
  • Excellent knowledge of standard geological/geophysical displays and well logs required.
  • Experience working with geospatial data and raster image georeferencing.
  • Experience working with Access databases and Excel spreadsheet functions.
  • Experience preparing PowerPoint slides using standard templates for internal and external reviews.
  • Ability to generate maps that are easy to comprehend is also desired, and the ability to perform conventional drafting function would be beneficial.
  • Must be efficient and able to meet deadlines while managing multiple assigned projects, as well as be able to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Must be goal-oriented and demonstrate willingness to learn new tasks and applications.


DESIRED SOFTWARE APPLICATION EXPERIENCE

* Paradigm Suite

* Petra(IHS)

* Geolog

* Geophysical Modeling, such as Hampson-Russell, RokDoc

* ArcGIS Desktop

* Adobe PhotoShop and Acrobat

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Start date
04/2013
From
Progressive Global Enery & Natural Resources
Published at
10.04.2013
Project ID:
518575
Contract type
Permanent
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