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92F Petroleum Supply Specialist

DC Army National Guard, Salem, OR, United States


Job Description
Fuel is one of the most vital components of the Army National Guard. It 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 supervise and manage the reception, storage, and shipping of bulk or packaged petroleum products. This may include operating specialized pumping equipment to load trucks, ships, trains, and aircraft; selecting and submitting samples for testing; performing petroleum and water accounting activities; testing samples for contamination; repairing specialized equipment; and being knowledgeable about facility safety procedures and storage guidelines.

As your skills increase, you may become an Advanced Petroleum Supply Specialist, taking on management duties such as supervising and training other Soldiers, assigning duties, spot‑checking work quality, and ensuring adherence to safety procedures.

Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to pursue a civilian career with oil refineries, pipeline companies, and tanker truck and ship lines.

Job Duties

Receive and stock bulk and packaged products

Issue and dispense bulk fuels and water from storage and distribution facilities to using units

Some of the Skills You’ll Learn

Operating airplane refueling systems and equipment

Planning and scheduling petroleum transport

Testing oil and fuels

Helpful Skills

Interest in shop mechanics and business math

Enjoy physical work

Earn While You Learn
Get paid to learn! Join the Army National Guard and earn a regular paycheck while qualifying for tuition assistance. The Guard offers certified apprenticeship programs for some specialties.

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

Benefits

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 earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change

Requirements

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 (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

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