Seismic Helpers, Labourers & Semi-Skilled Workers (PDF) Seismic Workers may find themselves in helper or assistant positions, with some overlap occurring between roles on a seismic survey project. Different seismic specialties may be working in various locations or target areas at the same time. Seismic workers often perform work outdoors, in remote locations, and both physical fitness and safety awareness are important for the job. Specialized skills are required for the process and equipment used on the job.
Seismic Operators (NOC 7372, 8615)
Jobs in the Seismic Operator group are typically involved in the layout, placement, shooting, recording and clean-up of seismic-related onshore or offshore operations. These operations assist in identifying the location of oil and gas deposits.
Learn more about Careers in Seismic from the Canadian Association of Geophysical Contractors.
- Air Array
- Jug Helper/Jug Hustler/Jughound
- Line Slasher
- Line Truck Driver
- Recording Crew Helper
- Seismic Driller
- Seismic Helper
- Seismic Navigator (Marine)
- Seismic Shooter
- Seismic Vibrator Operator
- Vibrator Technician
- Vibroseis Truck Operators
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Seismic Operator (PDF)
Seismic Operator field work focuses on seismic data acquisition and usually involves four phases:
- Surveying the land
- Clearing the land
- Drilling holes for dynamite charge placement
- Recording seismic data as it is acquired
Seismic Operators assist in the first three phases of 'front-end' preparation prior to drilling an oil well, and could be part of a larger seismic survey project of up to 150 people.
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