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Petroleum Laboratory Specialist

Missouri Army National Guard
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***THIS JOB WILL REQUIRE YOU TO ENLIST INTO THE MISSOURI NATIONAL GUARD ***

The Missouri National Guard is a part-time component of the military: One weekend a Month, two weeks out of the year. Making it possible for you to pursue your education, or work full-time.

For more information call/text:

SSG Martinez

(573)855-6971

Requirements:

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen ((permanent resident/I-551 card holder)
  • Between 17-35 years of age
  • Good Health
  • Pass Drug Test
  • Must have Diploma/GED or on track to graduate
  • Ready to take on adventure!

BENEFITS:

  • Paid Training
  • Hands on experience to add to your resume
  • Federal Tuition Assistance
  • State Tuition Assistance
  • Great health insurance
  • life insurance
  • Home Loan Assistance
  • Monthly Drill Pay
  • GI Bill (pays you to further your education!)

OVERVIEW
A Petroleum Laboratory Specialist refines and tests the fuel that moves the Guard. Use specialized science to evaluate and recommend petroleum products to fit the needs of the ever-changing battlefield. Conduct laboratory tests on samples and apply safety procedures in handling volatile products.

JOB DUTIES

  • Gather samples and test petroleum products
  • Evaluate test results and make recommendations on products
  • Follow the American Society for Testing and Materials guidelines
  • Safely handle volatile products in case of a fire or emergency 

TRAINING
Job training for a Petroleum Laboratory Specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 7 weeks and 2 days of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Lee, VA, and an on-the-job split between the classroom and the field.

Some of the skills you'll learn are

  • Testing methods
  • Use of lab equipment, such as the centrifuge and spectrometer 

HELPFUL SKILLS

  • Interest in chemistry and mathematics
  • Ability to follow detailed procedures
  • Interest in performing technical work

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills and experience you acquire as a Petroleum Laboratory Specialist could lead you into the petroleum industry or in a chemistry-related field doing testing in a lab.