Will AI replace geological technicians, except hydrologic technicians?AI replacement risk 56% and how the work is changing
Median annual pay
$53,350
25th–75th pct. $44,850–$72,110
Top pay (est.)
$129,400
Top 10% $99,560
Pay in 5 years
$61,200est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$70,300est.
$60,500–$81,600
Outlook score
59/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
56%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+3.6%
1,000 openings / yr
Will AI replace Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians? AI replacement risk
56%
Moderate
Ranked #600 safest from AI among all U.S. occupations
Very lowLowModerateHighVery high
How AI is changing this job
A written analysis for this occupation is being prepared.
AI replacement risk compares the parts of a job that are easy to hand to AI or software (processing information, documentation, repetitive computer work) with the parts that are hard to automate (physical work, working closely with people, judgment in unpredictable settings), using O*NET work activities, work context, skills and knowledge. The result is a relative position among all occupations in the country, scaled to 0–100%. Methodology →
Skills, education and requirements for Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians
Key skills
O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).
Key knowledge areas
What the work involves
Updating and Using Relevant KnowledgeProcessing InformationAnalyzing Data or InformationOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing WorkMonitoring Processes, Materials, or SurroundingsEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsHandling and Moving ObjectsCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Important abilities
Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionNear VisionCategory FlexibilityInformation Ordering
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)
Difficulty of entry: ★★★★☆ Demanding (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)
Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.