92F Petroleum Supply Specialist
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
- 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
- Maintain knowledge of facility safety procedures and storage guidelines
- Receive and stock bulk and package products
- Issue and dispense bulk fuels and water from storage and distribution facilities to using units
- Advanced Specialists: supervise and train other Soldiers, assign duties, spot-check work quality, and assure adherence to safety procedures
Skills you'll learn
- Operating airplane refueling systems and equipment
- Planning and scheduling petroleum transport
- Testing oil and fuels
Qualifications
- 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)
- Requires military enlistment in the Army National Guard
Helpful skills
- Interest in shop mechanics and business math
- Enjoy physical work
Training
After 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you will learn fundamental Soldiering skills, you will attend 11 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT), which includes a combination of hands-on and classroom training.
Career path
Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with oil refineries, pipeline companies, and tanker truck and ship lines.
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 will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change