Petroleum Laboratory Specialist

Petroleum Laboratory Specialist

Be the force that propels the Army forward. As a Petroleum Laboratory Specialist for the Army National Guard, your main responsibility is to ensure the quality, purity, and durability of all fuels used in Army operations.

As a Petroleum Laboratory Specialist, you will supervise or conduct laboratory tests on petroleum, oil, and lubricant products. Specific duties include:

• Obtaining or receiving petroleum product samples
• Conducting laboratory tests for contaminants, strength, and toxic qualities
• Evaluating test results against specification requirements
• Making recommendations regarding product disposition
• Following fire prevention and safety control procedures
• Testing on clothing, food, paints, and plastics
• Keeping detailed laboratory records and files

• Use of lab equipment, such as centrifuges and spectrometers
• Interest in chemistry and mathematics
• Ability to follow detailed procedures
• Interest in performing technical work

• Paid training
• 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 for existing loans)
• Health care benefits available
• VA home loans
• Bonuses, if applicable
• Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend

• 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 the ages of 17 and 35
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
• Must meet citizenship requirements

Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.