Petroleum Geologist studies and examines variations in rock formations and mineral samples to identify new gas and oil deposits. Analyzes the integrity of wells to determine feasibility of drilling. Being a Petroleum Geologist estimates depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Petroleum Geologist typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Petroleum Geologist works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Petroleum Geologist typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
Description : The Mine Geologist is responsible for field mapping at multiple underground room and pillar limestone mines, supervising ground control practices at multiple sites, assisting mine ventilation practices, and providing geotechnical expertise to our production management team to ensure a safe and productive working environment for all employees.
These duties include field mapping, borescoping and stratigraphically logging holes in the ceiling of the mine, Lidar survey analysis, assisting with PLS mine surveys, assisting with mine ventilation initiatives, mine map updates, assisting in ground support installations including project management duties, participation in safety initiatives, as well as any other ground control techniques and methods needed to ensure overall adherence to corporate underground mine standards.
Key objectives include adherence to safety standards and project expectations as well as performing geotechnical and sedimentological / stratigraphic geologic interpretation to assist production.
This position supports underground mines located primarily in the Indianapolis, IN area, as well as a location near Petroleum, WV.
Work Environment : This job operates in a production mining environment at multiple underground locations and regularly involves the operation of heavy equipment such as manlifts and mining drills.
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines Physical Demands : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds from ground to waist, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination, manual dexterity, repetitive motion, standing, sitting (must be able to sit for extended periods of time up to 8 hours), walking, climbing stairs, bending and stooping, and the ability to drive.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work :
This is a full-time salaried position that regularly requires long hours and occasional weekend work. Travel : Travel will be required as needed to job sites within the area of responsibility.
Required Education and Experience :
Preferred Qualifications :
Last updated : 2024-05-31