Overview
Petroleum Supply Specialists are primarily responsible for supervising and managing the reception, storage and shipping of bulk or packaged petroleum-based products.
Job duties
- Receive and stock bulk and package products
- Issue and dispense bulk fuels and water from storage and distribution facilities to using units
- Select and submit samples to laboratory for testing
- Perform petroleum and water accounting duties
- Operate equipment used with petroleum and water distribution system and multi-product pipeline system
Training
Job training for a Petroleum Supply Specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 10 weeks and 3 days of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Lee, VA with on-the-job instructions. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field, including practice in using petroleum. Some of the skills you'll learn are: Operating airplane refueling systems and equipment Planning and scheduling petroleum transport Operating pumps, pipelines and tanker equipment Safety regulations and procedures for handling dangerous materials Testing oil and fuels
Required ASVAB score
Clerical (CL): 86 Operators & Food (OF): 85 Learn more about the ASVAB .
Helpful skills
- Interest in shop mechanics and business math
- Ability to follow spoken instructions
- Preference for physical work
Civilian career relevance
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career with oil refineries, pipeline companies, and tanker truck and ship lines.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2025-07-02