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Geological Technician 8-E10 - Geological Services Section

State of Michigan
State of Michigan Salary
Lansing, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/31/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/30/2026
Job Description

This Geological Technician is responsible for operating standard equipment for bathymetric, hydrogeological, and geophysical surveys for field studies at contaminated sites. The simple/less complex equipment that includes smaller direct push drilling equipment, grouting machines, small and less sophisticated drones, electric pump, peristaltic pumps, water level meters, skid steers, forklift, and truck with trailer for field assignment operations. This position is responsible for collecting environmental samples (soil, water, air) and compiling associated data. The position provides data to the senior level technicians to include when writing their technical field reports. This position also completes minor repairs/maintenance of the simple equipment such as checking/adding fluid, replacing hoses, batteries, etc.

Position Description

Required Education And Experience

Education

Possession of an associate's degree in petroleum technology, earth science, or geology.

Experience

Geological Technician 8

No specific type or amount is required.

Geological Technician 9

One year of experience performing geological technician assignments equivalent to a Geological Technician 8.

Geological Technician E10

Two years of experience performing geological technician assignments, including one year equivalent to a Geological Technician 9.

Alternate Education And Experience

Four years of experience in any of the following: well drilling; service/inspections of pumps, tanks, and water systems; soil and water sampling; well maintenance and repair; welding of pipes and repair of well related equipment; or, operation of heavy equipment including backhoe, well drilling rig, and related equipment may be substituted for the educational requirement.

Completion of one year of college (30 semester or 45 term credits) and two years of experience in any of the following: well drilling; service/inspections of pumps, tanks, and water systems; soil and water sampling; well maintenance and repair; welding of pipes and repair of well related equipment; or, operation of heavy equipment including backhoe, well drilling rig, and related equipment may be substituted for the educational requirement.

Possession of a bachelor's degree or higher with 16 semester (24 term) credits in job specific or related course work qualifies for the Geological Technician E10.

Additional Requirements And Information

ABOUT EGLE :

The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy's (EGLE) mission is to protect Michigan's environment and public health by managing air, water, land, and energy resources.

At the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, we are passionate about protecting human health and Michigan’s land, water, and energy resources. We are equally passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful of all our employees and the public we serve. Our unique backgrounds and experiences make us better equipped to equitably deliver impactful environmental outcomes in the interest of all of Michigan’s residents.

The State of Michigan offers a competitive benefits package for all career employees that include medical, dental and vision coverage, along with paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, retirement and much more. Click the following link to learn more.

State of Michigan – Employee Benefits

Please attach a cover letter, resume, and official college transcripts (if applicable) to your application.

Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

If applicable, you must attach an electronic and/or scanned copy of your official college/university transcripts. For our purposes, "Official Transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred and date granted, coursework

completed (especially if no degree granted), and the Registrar's signature and/or seal.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

Certain positions may require a criminal history background check.

Some positions within this job are assigned job duties that may require possession of the Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the Secretary of State as required by Public Act 346 of 1988 to operate a designated state vehicle.

View the entire job specification at: http://www.michigan.gov/documents/GeologicalTechnician_12695_7.pdf

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

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