How much does a Geologist V make in Utah? The average Geologist V salary in Utah is $121,134 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $100,606 and $132,833. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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Geologist V Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Geologist V Salary $81,916 UT February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Geologist V Salary $100,606 UT February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Geologist V Salary $121,134 UT February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Geologist V Salary $132,833 UT February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Geologist V Salary $143,484 UT February 26, 2024
25% $100,606 10% $81,916 90% $143,484 75% $132,833 $121,134 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What skills does a Geologist V need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Consulting: Providing technical or business expertise and advice to internal or external clients.

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Transportation: Refers to the mode of travel used to get from home to work most frequently. The transportation are bus, train, aeroplane, ship, car, etc while the mode of transportation refers to road, air, sea/ocean, etc.

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Environmental Science: Environmental science refers to a grouping of scientific disciplines that are all concerned with the physical, chemical and biological characteristics of the surroundings in which organisms live.

Consulting 5.08%
Transportation 2.43%
Environmental Science 1.51%
Others 90.98%

Job Description for Geologist V

Geologist V researches the formation, dissolution, and content of rock layers. Researches the effects of internal pressures, heat, water, pollution, and erosion. Being a Geologist V studies variations in rock formations and densities to identify new mineral deposits. Estimates depth, quality and vastness of deposits. Additionally, Geologist V tests mineral quality and purity to determine feasibility of mining. Requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. To be a Geologist V typically requires 10+ years of related experience. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Lehi, UT Avg. Salary $117,160 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alpine, UT Avg. Salary $123,578 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Altamont, UT Avg. Salary $122,468 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Alton, UT Avg. Salary $122,100 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Altonah, UT Avg. Salary $122,468 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location American Fork, UT Avg. Salary $117,493 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aneth, UT Avg. Salary $122,931 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Annabella, UT Avg. Salary $116,050 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Antimony, UT Avg. Salary $116,050 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aurora, UT Avg. Salary $116,050 Date Updated February 26, 2024

Career Path for Geologist V

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For Geologist V, the first career path typically starts with an Exploration Manager position, and then progresses to Exploration Director.

Additionally, the second career path typically progresses to Top Geology Executive.

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