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92F Petroleum Supply Specialist

DC Army National Guard, Hartsville, SC, United States


Job Description
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. They may 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 be knowledgeable about facility safety procedures and storage guidelines.

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

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 you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance. The Guard even offers certified apprenticeship programs for some specialties in this occupation.

After 10 weeks of Basic Training, you will learn fundamental Soldiering skills. Then you will attend 11 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which combines hands‑on and classroom training.

Benefits

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 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 (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

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