Our client is seeking a Geoscience Technician  (OR GIS Technician) for their office located in Houston, TX. We also have a position open in Midland, TX. 

Open to US Citizens only.

Primary Role:

This position actively contributes to the development of keymaps and assessment outputs while enhancing, managing, and refining geological and GIS databases.

Key Responsibilities:

Play a central role in designing and implementing solutions for geoscience databases and GIS software.

Ensure the quality and maintenance of databases by meticulously assessing data quality and coherence across various projects and software platforms.

Produce and modify maps and cross sections for regulatory documentation.

Assist geoscience and engineering teams in gathering, organizing, and storing logs, core data, well test reports, formation tops, petrophysical interpretations, and seismic data.

Maintain an in-house log database containing regularly updated measured and calculated logs.

Aid in the upkeep of Petrel projects by integrating updated well, log, and GIS data.

Collect, filter, and distribute IHS and public well data to support project maintenance and presentation materials.

Produce detailed maps using Petrel or ArcGIS for presentation purposes.

Manage and submit well log data to state regulatory agencies.

Digitize data such as well logs or PDF reports as needed.

Collaborate closely with the subsurface team to streamline data transfer, ensure data quality, and recommend best practices, addressing the needs of geologists and engineers.

Provide technical support for in-house projects and partnerships, maintaining strict confidentiality regarding proprietary information.

Demonstrate a self-starting mindset, setting personal career development goals and staying informed about emerging trends in geoscience technology. Propose innovative solutions to enhance departmental efficiency.

While this list covers many responsibilities, it is not exhaustive and additional tasks may be assigned as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Geoscience or GIS technician.
• Relevant degree required; Preference for Geography, Geosciences, Geomatics, or related fields.
• Current Geoscience Specialist certification.

Required Experience:

• Proficiency in database entry, SharePoint, and various E&P software applications for data management.
• Strong background in data management and database design.
• Exceptional data management skills, meticulous attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Experience with Petrel software is a plus.
• Familiarity with well log repository software.
• Expert knowledge of well log mnemonics from both open hole and cased hole logs, covering a wide range of data.
• Understanding of well log headers and ability to digitize logs and headers, or oversee contracted digitization.
• Experience with IHS Kingdom or ArcGIS is preferred.
• Sound grasp of general geologic and petrophysical principles, concepts, and practices.
• Proficient understanding of spatial data concepts, coordinate systems, and projection systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills, adept at quickly grasping and communicating instructions, lessons, and expectations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to swiftly identify and address inefficiencies.
• Proactive and collaborative technical contributor within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Above-average time management skills, capable of effectively managing multiple concurrent tasks.

COMP: This position is a direct hire, full time role that comes with full benefits. The salary is based on experience and will range between $100K-$125K. 

Please note that this description outlines many of the responsibilities associated with this role but is not exhaustive and additional tasks may be assigned as needed.