Petroleum Supply Specialist

Fuel is one of the most vital components of the Army National Guard. It’s what keeps Soldiers pushing onward, and as a Petroleum Supply Specialist, you’ll make sure they’ll never run out. In this position, you will ensure the proper handling, storage, and shipment of petroleum‑based products, such as oil, fuel, and compressed gas.

Petroleum Supply Specialists primarily supervise and manage the reception, storage, and shipping of bulk or packaged petroleum products. This includes operating specialized pumping equipment to load trucks, ships, trains, and aircraft; selecting and submitting samples of petroleum‑based products for testing; performing petroleum and water accounting activities; testing petroleum samples for contamination; repairing specialized equipment; and maintaining knowledge of facility safety procedures and storage guidelines.

As skills increase, Advanced Petroleum Supply Specialists take on management duties, such as supervising and training other Soldiers, assigning duties and spot‑checking work quality, and assuring adherence to safety procedures.

• Receive and stock bulk and packaged products
• Issue and dispense bulk fuels and water from storage and distribution facilities to using units

• Operating airplane refueling systems and equipment
• Planning and scheduling petroleum transport
• Testing oil and fuels

• Interest in shop mechanics and business math
• Enjoyment of physical work

After 10 weeks of Basic Training, you will attend 11 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which includes hands‑on and classroom training.

Get paid to learn! You earn a regular paycheck and qualify for tuition assistance. The Guard also offers apprenticeship programs for some specialties.

• Paid training
• A monthly paycheck
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Federal and State tuition assistance
• Retirement benefits for part‑time service
• Low‑cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
• 401(k)-type savings plan
• Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000)
• Health care benefits
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable
• Most non‑prior service candidates earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend (subject to change)

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
• At least a junior in high school, or a high school diploma or GED certificate
• Between the ages of 17 and 35
• Must pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements (see  for details)

Job
ZIP Code: 53511
Job Category:
Supply and Logistics
Age Requirements: 17–35