Basic Job Description
Petroleum Supply Specialists are primarily responsible for supervising and managing the reception, storage and shipping of bulk or packaged petroleum-based products.
Duties performed by Soldiers in this MOS include:
Receives and stores bulk and package petroleum, oils, and lubricants products. Issues and dispenses bulk fuels and water from storage and distribution facilities to using units. Selects and submits samples of petroleum, oils, and lubricants to laboratory for testing. Performs petroleum and water accounting duties. Operates equipment associated with petroleum and water distribution system and multi-product pipeline system. Fuels and defuels vehicles, aircraft, and stationary equipment. Takes emergency precautions to prevent harm to self and facilities in event of petroleum spillage or fire.
Assigns duties, spot checks work adequacy, and instructs and supervises subordinates in work techniques and procedures. Determines source of product contamination in storage areas and pipelines and directs reclamation and disposition for petroleum products. Assures adherence to safety procedures and ensures keeping of efficient, clean, and safe work environment. Supervises aircraft refueling and defueling operations.
Training Information
10 weeks, 3 days, at Fort Lee, VA
ASVAB Score Required: 90 in aptitude area CL and 90 in aptitude area OF
Security Clearance: None
Strength Requirement: very heavy
Physical Profile Requirement: 211221
Other Requirements
- Normal color vision required
- Must possess a valid state motor vehicle operator license
Similar Civilian Occupations
- Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists
- First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Production and Operating Workers
- Logisticians
- Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers
- Training and Development Specialists
- Transportation, Storage and Distribution Managers
- Truck Drivers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer
