Geological Technician

About Atlas Energy Solutions:

Atlas Energy Solutions Inc. (NYSE: AESI) is a leading solutions provider to the energy industry. Atlas’ portfolio of offerings includes oilfield logistics, distributed power systems, and the largest proppant supply network in the Permian Basin. With a focus on leveraging technology, automation, and remote operations to enhance efficiencies, Atlas is centered around a core mission of improving human beings’ access to hydrocarbons that power our lives and, by doing so, maximizing value creation for our shareholders.

This role will be based onsite at our Headquarters in Austin, TX.

How You Will Make an Impact

The Geological technician is an integral part of our exploration and operations geology team.  They will assist staff and field geologists in identifying, testing, quantifying, and producing new and existing frac sand reserves, as well as building and maintaining mapping and data products.

Responsibilities:

• Geologic mapping
  • Data sourcing, QC, import, and assembly into ArcGIS projects
  • ArcGIS project maintenance/architecture
  • Map and figure drafting for presentations, publications, and internal use
  • Build operator and drilling maps to support long-term planning
• Building and maintaining data dashboards in ArcGIS Enterprise and/or PowerBI
• Performing desktop studies to identify promising deposits for frac sand production
• Assisting field geologist in planning drilling and sampling campaigns to delineate deposits
• Assist field geologist as necessary with sampling work (<10% field time)
• Assisting mine planning and operations teams in building geological and assay quality models of deposits
• Assist geologist with market analysis and intel, including tracking O&G operator activity, mergers, and market opportunities

Training:

• Cross training with GIS team, field geology, and ops teams
• Safety certification with MSHA
• Software training (ArcGIS, PowerBI, Python, etc.)

Education and Experience:

• 2-4 years of experience in oil and gas, mining, or resource-based market analysis
• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related field

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficient in ArcGIS Pro and related software suite
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (particularly Excel and PowerPoint)

• Geologic modeling experience a plus, but not required (MinePlan, Vulcan, Petrel, Kingdom, Leapfrog, etc.)
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders throughout the organization

• Solve problems and take initiative to identify growth opportunities
• Written and verbal communication skills

Physical Demands:

• Hand dexterity and fine motor skills required to grasp and carry
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk and hear
• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, sit, climb, and balance
• See near and far, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Tolerate extreme temperatures

What You Will Love About Us

• Best People and Team. Great Place to Work For, Hire Vets, Top Place to Work For – Austin American Statesman
• Your Well-Being is a Priority. 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Invest in Your Future. 401K with company match, immediate vesting
• Relax and Recharge. Paid time off and 15+ company paid holidays, half day every other Friday