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Job for the future Geological and Mineral Technologists and Technicians

Average hourly wage

$33.34

Job description

These individuals provide technical support and services in various fields (geology, mining, metallurgy, etc.). They work for:

  • Oil and mining companies
  • Consulting and engineering firms
  • The public service
  • Educational institutions
  • Manufacturing and construction companies
  • Public utilities

Personality profiles (RIASEC)

Investigative
People with this profile prefer relying on theoretical knowledge before acting. They like observation, analysis and problem solving.
Realistic
People with this profile prefer carrying out concrete tasks and being physically involved in what they do.
Conventional
People with this profile prefer specific, well-defined tasks. They like to respect the order of things and follow established rules.

Main tasks

  • Conduct geological, geophysical, geochemical, hydrographic, or oceanographic surveys.
  • Examine underground mines (prospecting rounds, exploration drilling, etc.).
  • Develop notes, sketches, geological maps, and cross-sections.
  • Participate in the evaluation and analysis of oil and mineral reserves.
  • Prepare rock, mineral, or metal samples and determine, in collaboration with geologists, the best methods of analysis.
  • Carry out chemical and physical tests in the laboratory.
  • Implement measures to protect the environment.
  • Monitor operations in oil or gas wells.
  • Study and implement mine development, extraction methods, and mine drainage.
  • Perform summary verification of the quality of analytical results.

Formation

Most training programs are offered in French only.

College

DCS in technologie du génie métallurgique This hyperlink will open in a new window.

Code : 270A0

DCS in technologie du génie métallurgique (Contrôle des matériaux) This hyperlink will open in a new window.

Code : 270AC

DCS in technologie du génie métallurgique (Fabrication mécanosoudée) This hyperlink will open in a new window.

Code : 270AB

Placement rate: 60%

40% of graduates pursue further studies

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DCS in technologie du génie métallurgique (Procédés de transformation) This hyperlink will open in a new window.

Code : 270AA

Placement rate: 85.7%

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DCS in technologie minérale This hyperlink will open in a new window.

Code : 271A0

DCS in technologie minérale (Minéralurgie) This hyperlink will open in a new window.

Code : 271AC

Placement rate: 71.4%

28.6% of graduates pursue further studies

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DCS in technologie minérale (Exploitation) This hyperlink will open in a new window.

Code : 271AB

Placement rate: 78.6%

21.4% of graduates pursue further studies

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DCS in technologie minérale (Géologie) This hyperlink will open in a new window.

Code : 271AA

Placement rate: 77.8%

22.2% of graduates pursue further studies

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Targeted regions

  • Bas-Saint-Laurent
  • Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean
  • Capitale-Nationale
  • Mauricie
  • Estrie
  • Montréal
  • Outaouais
  • Abitibi-Témiscamingue
  • Côte-Nord
  • Nord-du-Québec
  • Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine
  • Chaudière-Appalaches
  • Laval
  • Lanaudière
  • Laurentides
  • Montérégie
  • Centre-du-Québec
  • All regions/national

Last update: April 28, 2023

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