Petroleum Supply Specialist

Overview

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 ensure they 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.

• Supervise and manage the reception, storage, and shipping of bulk or packaged petroleum products.
• Operate specialized pumping equipment to load trucks, ships, trains, and aircraft.
• Select and submit samples of petroleum-based products for testing.
• Perform petroleum and water accounting activities.
• Test petroleum samples for contamination, repair specialized equipment, and maintain knowledge of facility safety procedures and storage guidelines.
• Assist in supervising, training, and spot checking a cadre of Soldiers.

Join the Army National Guard to receive paid training, a monthly paycheck, tuition assistance, and other benefits. You will spend the first 10 weeks in Basic Training, followed by 11 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT) featuring hands‑on and classroom instruction.

• 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.

• 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 coverage).
• 401(k)-type savings plan.
• Student loan repayment program (up to $50,000).
• Health care benefits available.
• VA home loans.
• Bonuses, if applicable.
• Most non‑prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change.

• Military enlistment in the Army National Guard.
• Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate.
• Must be between 17 and 35 years old.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards.
• Must meet citizenship requirements.